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Overview

The Lansweeper integration enables ThreatAware to collect read-only data from your Lansweeper platform, providing visibility into device inventory, asset details, and IT infrastructure.
Connection Method: API Setup Time: 15 minutes Access Required: Lansweeper Administrator account

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Data collected

The Lansweeper integration provides:
  • Device inventory and asset details
  • Hardware and software information
  • Network configuration data
  • Asset discovery information

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Use cases

Asset Discovery

Discover and inventory devices across your IT infrastructure

Hardware Tracking

Monitor hardware specifications and asset details

Inventory Management

Maintain accurate inventory of all IT assets

Compliance Verification

Verify asset management controls and configurations

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Setup instructions

1

Log in to Lansweeper Console

Access the Lansweeper Console with an administrator account.
2

Navigate to API Access

In the Lansweeper admin panel:
  • Go to Configuration > API Access
  • Review the available API options
3

Generate API Key

Create a new API key for ThreatAware:
  • Click Generate API Key
  • Provide a descriptive name (e.g., “ThreatAware Integration”)
  • Set permissions to Read-only unless additional access is required
  • Click Generate to create the key
  • Copy the API Key (this is displayed only once)
Store the API Key securely. You will not see it again after this step.
4

Identify Your Lansweeper URL

Determine your Lansweeper instance URL:
  • This is typically in the format https://your-instance.lansweeper.com
  • Copy this URL for use in ThreatAware
5

Configure in ThreatAware

In ThreatAware, go to Integrations and select Lansweeper:
  • Paste the API Key
  • Enter the Lansweeper URL
  • Click Connect to establish the integration
6

Verify Connection

After connecting, verify the integration status:
  • Check that the Integration Status shows as Active
  • Wait for initial data synchronization
  • Verify asset data appears in ThreatAware

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Required credentials

Field Name: Lansweeper API Key Type: Password (encrypted) Description: The API key generated in Lansweeper’s Configuration > API Access sectionExample: abc123def456xyz789
Store this credential securely in your password manager.
Field Name: Lansweeper URL Type: String Description: The base URL of your Lansweeper instanceFormat: https://your-instance.lansweeper.comExamples:
  • https://demo.lansweeper.com
  • https://company-instance.lansweeper.com

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Verification and testing

After setup, verify the integration is working correctly:
  1. Check Integration Status
    • Navigate to Integrations in ThreatAware
    • Confirm the Lansweeper integration shows Active status
  2. Verify Data Collection
    • Wait for initial data sync
    • Search for a known device in ThreatAware
    • Verify Lansweeper asset data appears in device details
  3. Test Queries
    • Create a test query to filter devices with Lansweeper data
    • Verify the asset details match your Lansweeper inventory

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Troubleshooting

Symptoms: Integration status shows authentication failureSolutions:
  • Double-check that the API Key is entered correctly
  • Ensure the key was copied entirely without extra spaces
  • Verify the API key hasn’t expired in Lansweeper
  • Generate a new API key if the current one is invalid
  • Confirm the key has read permissions in Lansweeper
Symptoms: Connection timeout or “Cannot reach server” errorSolutions:
  • Verify the Lansweeper URL is correct and accessible
  • Ensure the URL uses https:// protocol
  • Test the URL in a browser to confirm accessibility
  • Check for firewall rules that might block the connection
  • Contact your Lansweeper administrator to verify the URL
Symptoms: Integration connects but no data appears or “Access Denied” errorsSolutions:
  • Verify the API key has read permissions configured in Lansweeper
  • Check that the user who generated the API key is an administrator
  • Regenerate the API key with explicit read permissions
  • Review the Lansweeper API Documentation for required permissions
  • Contact Lansweeper support for permission issues
Symptoms: Integration shows active but no asset data appearsSolutions:
  • Wait up to 15 minutes for initial data synchronization
  • Verify there is asset data in Lansweeper to collect
  • Check API key permissions are set to read
  • Review integration logs in ThreatAware (contact support if needed)
  • Ensure devices exist in Lansweeper before testing

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Additional resources

Lansweeper Knowledge Base

Official Lansweeper documentation and API guides

ThreatAware Support

Contact ThreatAware support for integration assistance

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Best practices

Credential Management
  • Store the API Key securely in your organisation’s password manager
  • Document your Lansweeper instance URL
  • Regenerate API keys periodically per your security policy
  • Monitor authentication failures in the integration logs
Integration Management
  • Use read-only API keys for monitoring and compliance purposes
  • Test the connection immediately after setup
  • Verify asset data is syncing as expected
  • Check the integration status regularly