Introduction to ACS Monitor
What is ACS Monitor?
ACS Monitor is a self-hosted network and infrastructure monitoring platform designed specifically for Managed Service Providers (MSPs). Built from the ground up by an MSP team that understands the real-world challenges of managing client networks, ACS Monitor provides comprehensive visibility into your entire infrastructure through a single, intuitive dashboard.
Unlike SaaS-based monitoring tools that charge per device and lock you into recurring cloud subscriptions, ACS Monitor runs on your own servers, giving you full control over your data and costs. Each ACS Monitor instance is deployed with a one-line install command and is licensed through this platform.
Who is it For?
ACS Monitor is purpose-built for MSPs and IT service companies that need to:
- Monitor dozens or hundreds of client devices across multiple networks
- Track network health with SNMP, Ping, HTTP, TCP, SSH, DNS, and SMTP checks
- Receive real-time alerts when services go down or thresholds are breached
- Maintain historical performance data for capacity planning and client reports
- Keep monitoring data on-premises for security and compliance reasons
Key Features
Comprehensive Monitoring
ACS Monitor supports a wide range of monitoring protocols out of the box. SNMP v1/v2c/v3 polling for network devices, HTTP/HTTPS endpoint monitoring with response time tracking, ICMP ping for availability checks, TCP port monitoring, SSH command execution checks, DNS resolution monitoring, and SMTP mail server checks.
Real-Time Dashboard
A modern, responsive web dashboard provides at-a-glance status for all your monitored devices and services. Drill down into individual hosts to see detailed metrics, historical graphs, and alert history.
Alerting and Notifications
Configure alert rules per device or globally. Receive notifications via email, webhook, or integrate with your existing PSA/ticketing system when something needs attention.
Easy Deployment
Deploy a new ACS Monitor instance in minutes with a single command. The installer handles runtime setup, service configuration, and deployment automatically. See the Quick Start Guide to get running fast.
Flexible Licensing
Start free with up to 100 combined devices and monitors. Scale up to Pro or Enterprise tiers as you grow. See Tiers and Pricing for full details.
Next Steps
Ready to get started? Here are the recommended next steps:
- Review the System Requirements to ensure your server meets the minimum specs
- Follow the Quick Start Guide to deploy your first instance
- Learn about how licensing works and choose the right tier for your needs