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Abstract

An intelligent management module application programming interface that facilitates use of network management software in multiple operating environments is provided. The intelligent API provides an interface that facilitates development of cross-platform software to support managed devices on a network. The intelligent API permits such software to work in a variety of operating environments with minimal code per device. The interface additionally provides features which minimize the development effort needed before a new device is supported by the management module. Features include a mechanism for engaging an SNMP session in all operating environments supported by the network management software. Additionally, a mechanism for easily adding buttons, with behavior dependent on the particular operating environment, to a user interface, as well as providing a help button for all environments, is provided. The intelligent management module API additionally provides several mechanisms to simplify the process of dynamically creating and updating graphical images representative of the managed device onto a user interface, resulting in a real-time view of the device by the user. These features further provide a consistent look and feel for the presentation of different managed devices on the user interface.

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