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Layer2 Topology by Shell Job

This job reports Layer2 related data for Cisco Nexus 1000, 5000, and 7000 series of switches, and Juniper EX and QFX series of switches.

ClosedAdapter

ID: Layer2 Topology by Shell

ClosedTrigger TQL

ClosedParameters

None

ClosedPrerequisites
  • Set up SSH protocol credentials. For more information on this, see SSH Protocol.
ClosedDiscovery Flow

The discovery flow for the Layer2 Topology by Shell job is as follows:

  1. Get interface details using the command sh int.
  2. Get configured vlans and ports using the command sh vlan all-ports.
  3. Get the list of connected devices using the command sh cdp neighbours detail.