Creating Configuration Items (CIs)
This guide covers how to create and manage Configuration Items in the CMDB.
Overview
Configuration Items (CIs) are the fundamental building blocks of the CMDB, representing IT assets and resources in your infrastructure.
Creating CIs Manually
Using the Web Interface
- Navigate to the CMDB section
- Click "Add New CI"
- Select the CI Type
- Fill in the required fields
- Save the CI
Using the API
POST /api/cmdb/ci
{
"name": "server-01",
"type": "Server",
"department": "IT"
}
CI Types
- Servers
- Workstations
- Software
- Network Devices
- Services
Best Practices
- Use consistent naming conventions
- Include all required metadata
- Regularly update CI information
- Link related CIs appropriately