In this episode of #TipTopTipsEdu I had the chance again to talk all things NetSupport DNA with our Technical Support Manager, Andy Earp.

For the uninitiated, NetSupport DNA is one of our jewels in the crown here at NetSupport. A product which is helpful from both a whole school IT real estate management front alongside supporting the role of the Designated Safeguarding lead; DNA is a product that works well and supports any school. It’s no small wonder it’s loved by Network Managers the world over! 

In this episode, Andy answers 5 frequently asked questions and below in the show notes, you’ll be able to see linked articles which will help you even further in responding to the ideas and tips shared by Andy in this session.

In this episode I asked:

1 - Can I collect data and remotely assist DNA Agents that are outside my network

Implementing and using the NetSupport DNA Gateway

2 - How to enable Privacy and Acknowledgement prompts for Agents running on Staff devices

How to turn on privacy thumbnails for certain Agents in the DNA Console

3 - How can DNA integrate with AD

Installing the NetSupport DNA Agent via AD Group policy software deployment

 How to reset AD Password using DNA via the DNA Console

How to configure the AD Reset Password option via the DNA Agent icon for certain users 

 How to apply the NetSupport DNA ADMX template files

 Enabling SSO for DNA Console Operators

How to layout Devices in DNA based on AD Containers

4 - How to maintain the DNA Database

Using database maintenance to remove unwanted data

 5 - Is it possible to generate custom reports in DNA

How to create custom reports within DNA using the Query tool and Query scheduler