What information is primarily collected during the device profiling process?

During the device profiling process, the primary objective is to gather detailed information about the devices that are connecting to the network. This includes essential attributes such as the device type (for example, whether it is a smartphone, tablet, laptop, or printer), the operating system (OS) running on the device (like Windows, macOS, iOS, or Android), and the vendor information (which identifies the manufacturer of the device).

This data is crucial for implementing effective network access policies and ensuring proper network security. By knowing what type of devices are on the network and their operating system, the Identity Services Engine can enforce access controls, apply appropriate security measures, and ensure that devices are compliant with organizational policies. This understanding helps in segmenting the network and managing resources more effectively, thereby enhancing overall security and compliance.

Other types of information, such as firmware versions and software licenses, while useful, are not the main focus of the profiling process. Network configurations and performance metrics provide insights into operations but do not contribute directly to identifying and classifying devices for access management purposes. Devise profiling is fundamentally about identifying device characteristics to enforce policy compliance and security within the network.