R12.1-2025Jul03

Visualize Physical Network by Virtualization

Virtualization is divided according to the parent-child relationship of the devices, generally used for devices with virtualization enabled, such as the ASA Firewall.

To view the details and the context maps of a node, proceed with the following steps:


  1. In the NetBrain desktop, open Network.
  2. In the Network pane, select Physical Network in the Category field.
  3. In the View field, select Virtualization.
  4. Expand the ASA-AA/stby node to view its child devices.
    Information Tip: The number next to each node indicates the number of its child nodes.
  5. Select a node and in the Context Maps tab, click Open Map to view the context map.
    Information Tip: The context maps display the L3 Topology or L2 Topology.
  1. Click the Device Details pane to view the node’s detailed properties, interface and IP interfaces.