Welcome
Web Reports Guide
Learn how the Web Reports feature extends the power of BigFix.
Exploring
The Explore Data section of the program allows you to look at data collected from your entire BigFix network to filter it, and to create reports.
Custom
Click the Custom tab to create a new report from scratch.

BigFix Documentation Homepage
BigFix 11 Platform Documentation
Welcome to the BigFix Platform documentation, where you can find information about how to install, maintain, and use BigFix.
Detailed system requirements
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Platform guides in PDF format
Following is a list of links to the BigFix Platform user guides in PDF format:
Common Criteria Certification
Getting Started
Use this section to become familiar with BigFix infrastructure and key concepts necessary to understand how it works.
HTTPS across BigFix applications
This topic describes how the SSL/HTTPS communication works in BigFix applications and links the tasks on how to configure it.
Installation Guide
Learn the system requirements, licensing and installation instructions, and how to configure and maintain BigFix.
Configuration Guide
Learn how to configure BigFix according to your needs.
Console Operator's Guide
Learn how to work with the BigFix Console.
Asset Discovery User's Guide
Learn how BigFix Asset Discovery works.
Web Reports Guide
Learn how the Web Reports feature extends the power of BigFix.
- Configuring Web Reports
  Web Reports is used whenever you want to view BigFix data that is spread over multiple databases in your deployment.
- Using the Program
  The Web Reports interface is simple and straightforward.
- Exploring
  The Explore Data section of the program allows you to look at data collected from your entire BigFix network to filter it, and to create reports.
  - Filters
    Filters are a key part of most reports.
  - Charts
    Reports often include a chart to summarize the data. Charts and graphs help to clarify major trends hidden in a detailed list.
  - Columnar Report
    This section is directly below the Charts section.
  - Computers
    Click the Computers tab to see the default Computer report.
  - Content
    Click the Content tab to view the default contents view.
  - Actions
    Click the Actions tab to view the default Actions view.
  - Operators
    Click the Operators tab to view the default Operators view.
  - Unmanaged Assets
    Click the Unmanaged Assets tab to view the unmanaged assets in your network.
  - PeerNest
    Click the PeerNest tab to view the PeerNest activity information for all BigFix Clients 11.0.6 and later versions.
  - Custom
    Click the Custom tab to create a new report from scratch.
- Reporting
  The Report List section of the program is accessed by clicking the appropriate tab from the top tab bar.
- Administering the Program
  The Administration section of the program lets you manage activities, filters, addresses, users, and databases.
- Tasks for advanced users
  This section presents tasks unlikely to be needed by the typical user, but which can be of use to advanced users with specific customization needs.
BigFix Explorer Guide
Learn how the BigFix Explorer feature extends the power of BigFix.
WebUI User's Guide
Read this guide for an introduction to the WebUI tools, concepts, and terminology.
WebUI Administration Guide
Read this guide for information about installing and administering the WebUI.
Glossary
This glossary provides terms and definitions for the BigFix software and products.

Custom

Click the Custom tab to create a new report from scratch.

For more information about custom reports, see the Resource section Creating a Custom Report.