Describes live network import into Cisco Optical Network Planner by using Cisco Optical Network Controller, including import preparation, live network data transfer, and troubleshooting data collection.
Live Network Import (LNI) is the final step after a network is created, where the deployed devices and their current configuration are imported into Cisco Optical Network Planner to reflect the actual state of the live network.
LNI is a network import capability that:
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Imports deployed optical networks into Cisco Optical Network Planner in real time
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Supports networks with NCS 1004, NCS 1010, NCS 1014, and NCS 2000 nodes
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Provides a complete view of the deployed network after import
Import a live network into Cisco Optical Network Planner
Use this procedure to import a live network into Cisco Optical Network Planner. It helps you complete the related live network import workflow and verify the expected result.
Collect troubleshooting data for live network import
Use this procedure to collect troubleshooting data for live network import. It helps you complete the related live network import workflow and verify the expected result.