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Log in to the Cisco ONP web interface

Updated: March 9, 2026

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Overview

Explains how to access administrative and management functions by entering credentials, including specific troubleshooting steps for handling browser security certificate warnings during the login process.

Provide access to the Cisco ONP web interface, enabling administrative and management functions.

Procedure

1.

In the browser URL field, enter the IP address or hostname of the Cisco ONP instance.

If you are a new user, sign up. See Register a new user.

Note

If the Google Chrome browser blocks your access to Cisco ONP due to self-signed certificate security, type thisisunsafe to proceed to the Login page.
2.

Enter the username and password in the Username and Password text boxes, and click Login.

You are granted access to the Cisco ONP web interface, where you can begin managing network resources.

Cisco ONP home page

This topic helps you understand the layout, key navigation elements, user and network information displayed in the Cisco ONP home page.

The Cisco ONP home page displays key elements that help users navigate and utilize the platform effectively.

  • Menu bar: Includes options such as File, Network, Export, Import, Manage, Logs, Job Monitor, Control Panel, and Help. For more information about menu options, see Menu bar options and functions.

  • Last login: Displays the last date and time of user login to Cisco ONP.

  • Last login IP: Shows the IP address from which the user previously logged into Cisco ONP.

  • User name: Indicates the current user (for example, ADMIN).

  • Reports tabs: Provide access to various reports. The availability of reports depends on whether the network has been analyzed. Reports are also accessible from site properties after network analysis.

  • Network tree: Displays the network name and its elements, including Sites, Fibers, Waves or Media Channels, SRLGs, and Subnets. For more information, see Network tree elements and features.

Tip

To expand the Cisco ONP workable area, click the horizontal and vertical arrows on the home page.

If the home page displays an empty grey window, update the browser to the latest version. For detailed hardware and software requirements, refer to the Cisco ONP Installation Guide.

Change password

Use this procedure to change your password.

Procedure

1.

Click the Login icon in the home page, then select Change Password.

2.

In the Change Password dialog box, enter the Old Password, New Password, Repeat New Password, then click Update.

Reset your password

Use this procedure to reset your password for the Cisco ONP.

Procedure

1.

In the browser URL field, enter the IP address or hostname of the Cisco ONP instance.
2.

Click Forgot Password? on the Cisco ONP Login page.

The Forgot Password page appears.
3.

Enter your registered email address in the Forgot Password page, then click Continue.

A verification code is generated and sent to the registered email address.
4.

Enter the verification code, new password, and confirmation of your new password, then click Continue.

Sign out from Cisco ONP

Use this procedure to sign out of Cisco ONP.

Procedure

Click the Login icon in the top-right corner of the home page, and choose Sign Out to log out of the Cisco ONP tool.