Users Guide
MapQuest Bing
Free Requires a valid Bing maps key that must be
purchased. To get a valid Bing maps key, go to
microsoft.com/maps/.
NOTE: For instructions on getting a Bing
maps key, see “Getting a Bing Maps Key” at
microsoft.com.
After getting a valid Bing maps key, you must
provide the key in the Map Settings dialog box.
Accessing the first few zoom levels on the map
does not require an Internet connection.
Additional zoom levels and search functionality
require an Internet connection.
Internet connection is mandatory to access any
zoom level and to use the search functionality.
If your system connects to the Internet through a
proxy server, the Proxy Settings configured in the
OpenManage Essentials Preferences → Console
Settings page is used.
If your system connects to the Internet through a
proxy server, the proxy settings configured in your
web browser is used.
Two types of maps are available:
• Roads map — A simple, fast loading map with
minimal details.
• Satellite map — Provides detailed satellite views
of the world.
NOTE: The Bing map provider requires an Internet connection at all times to render the map. If the
system connects to the Internet through a proxy server, the proxy settings configured in your web
browser is used by the Bing provider.
Related Links
Using Map View
Configuring Map Settings
NOTE: Only OpenManage Essentials Administrators and Power Users are permitted to configure
Map Settings.
The Map Settings dialog box allows you to enable or disable the Internet connection status notification
and to provide a valid Bing key required by the Bing map provider.
To configure the map settings:
1. Perform one of the following:
• Click Home → Map View.
• Click Manage → Devices → Map View.
2. On the Map View:
• Right-click anywhere on the map, and then click Settings.
• Move the mouse pointer over the Actions menu, and click Settings.
The Map Settings dialog box is displayed.
3. Select Update map view on any device or device group selection if you want the map to display
only the pin or pins that correspond to the device or device group selected in the device tree.
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