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Using Configlet Node in Runbook for Golden Config Checks

The Configlet node is designed to simplify how golden configurations and parsers are used in a Runbook. It enables you to package specific golden configs and their associated config parsers into a single node, offering a focused and actionable context for network diagnostics.

By embedding relevant golden configlets in a Runbook, the Configlet Node eliminates the need for users to manually search through different views or interpret dispersed data. This structured approach aligns with how network engineers typically work: using CLI commands and configuration files for hands-on analysis.

Use Case

A power user defines a Runbook Template with a Configlet Node that includes only the golden configs and parser variables relevant to a specific issue.

Example: For troubleshooting BGP-related problems, the Configlet Node may contain:

  • BGP golden configuration rules

  • BGP config parser variables

An end user can then instantiate the Runbook from this template and directly view the BGP-related configlets, streamlining the analysis and resolution process, eliminating the need for manual navigation or interpretation.

Basic Workflow

You can add a Configlet Node to a Runbook in either of the following ways:

  • Create a Configlet Node from Scratch:

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    1. Add a new Configlet Node to the Runbook.
    2. Select target devices: choose devices from the map or include others associated with golden configs.
    3. Choose the Golden Config Rules and variables in Config Parser .
    4. Run the Configlet Node and view parsed configlet derived from the golden config and parser logic.

  • Use a Configlet Node from a Runbook Template:

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  1. Open a predefined Runbook Template with a Configlet Node.
  2. Assign values to template variables (such as target devices, config rules, and parser variables).
  3. Create a Runbook from the template.
  4. (Optional) Modify the target devices, golden config rules and config parser variables.
  5. Run the Configlet Node to display the parsed configuration data for targeted analysis.

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