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Cisco Configuration Guide, Release 4.2

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About this document

LAN automation

LAN automation workflow

Planning LAN Automation

System roles and network topologies
Layer 3 link configuration
Supported switches for each role at different layers
Site planning
IP pool planning
Site-specific CLI and SNMP configuration
Configuration on seed devices
PnP agent initial state

Network Design and Device Discovery

Design your network
Create discovery profile

Provisioning LAN Automation

Predeployment checklist for LAN automation
Configuring LAN automation attributes
Start LAN automation
Stop LAN automation

Manage a LAN-Automated Stack

Add a new switch
Add an existing switch
Configure additional links between devices
Move an uplink to the newly added switch
40-G interface support

Troubleshoot LAN Automation

Collect an RCA file for troubleshooting
Check session and device logs

LAN Automation in Catalyst Center Release 2.3.5 and Later

Provision LAN automation
View device logs and configurations
Create a link between interfaces
Delete a link between interfaces
Edit LAN automated devices
Manage devices in strict discovery mode
Manage port channels

Planning LAN Automation

Updated: May 5, 2026

Overview

LAN automation planning is the first step in successfully building the underlay network. This section explains the aspects you must consider to ensure that the Cisco LAN automation support matrix aligns with the targeted underlay network environment.

System roles and network topologies

Information about device roles and the supported network topologies for LAN automation.

Layer 3 link configuration

Conversion of Layer 2 links to Layer 3 after LAN automation stops.

Supported switches for each role at different layers

Supported products for LAN automation.

Site planning

Designing network hierarchy for LAN automation.

IP pool planning

Information on IP pool planning for LAN automation.

Site-specific CLI and SNMP configuration

CLI and SNMP configuration using Catalyst Center.

Configuration on seed devices

Information required for configuring seed devices for LAN automation.

PnP agent initial state

PnP agent initial state before starting LAN automation.

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