Hardware Models are templates that define the attributes and default values for a specific type of hardware configuration item (CI). Hardware Models can have a one-to-many relationship with the following entities:
* Assets: An asset is a tangible or intangible resource that is tracked and managed by the organization, such as a laptop, a license, or a contract. A Hardware Model can be associated with multiple assets that share the same characteristics and specifications.
* Configuration Items: A CI is any component that needs to be managed in order to deliver an IT service, such as a server, an application, or a user. A Hardware Model can be associated with multiple CIs that share the same characteristics and specifications.
* Model Categories: A model category is a classification of Hardware Models based on their function, such as network, storage, or server. A Hardware Model can belong to one or more model categories that define its scope and usage.
References:
* Hardware Model
* Asset
* Configuration Item (CI)
* [Model Category]