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Nodes
A node is a logical grouping of managed servers.
A node usually corresponds to a logical or physical computer system with a distinct IP host address. Nodes cannot span multiple computers. Node names usually are identical to the host name for the computer.
Nodes in the network deployment topology can be managed or unmanaged. A managed node has a node agent process that manages its configuration and servers. Unmanaged nodes do not have a node agent.
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Related concepts:
Servers
Naming considerations for profiles, nodes, servers, hosts, and cells
Related tasks:
Administer the IT infrastructure
Related information:
Node agents