Is there any module/definition available for a class/schema for representing the topology, connection, access details etc of networking devices ? The intent is to use this for automation, and to manage routers/servers as objects rather than as tcl keyed lists/arrays which gets unwieldy.
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Look at SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol). Most network devices and services, from IIS to Cisco routers, provide some sort of SNMP interface that may provide the capabilities for which you are searching. Specific implementations and capabilities vary between vendors and devices, but the protocol is standardized and very widely implemented.
David Lively
2009-11-10 06:32:15
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The word topology in the context of communication nework refers to the way in which how devices are connectd over a network. Its important types are BUS RING STAR etc
Sachin Chourasiya
2009-11-10 07:08:18
I am not looking for the literal definition :) I am looking for a class definition or design to represent networking devices and their attributes such as interfaces, cards, management access info, etc.
Abhinav
2009-11-10 08:50:41
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Look into MIB2 (SNMP based). You should note there exists 10's of different MIBs to representing various networking technologies / solutions. You can even devise your private MIB to suit your needs.
You should refer to relevant IETF drafts explaining the nomenclature used in MIBs (when I find the reference, I'll post it).
I could also suggest you perform searches on keywords such as "OSS", "Network Management", "NMS".
jldupont
2009-11-13 00:06:25