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Switch → Get Switch VSX Info for CX Switch

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Overview

This node interacts with the Aruba Central API to retrieve VSX (Virtual Switching Extension) information for a specified CX switch. It is useful in network management scenarios where administrators need to monitor or manage the VSX configuration and status of Aruba CX switches within their network infrastructure. For example, it can be used to fetch detailed VSX info for troubleshooting or inventory purposes.

Use Case Examples

  1. Fetching VSX info for a CX switch by providing its serial number and selecting the monitoring domain.
  2. Using the node to integrate Aruba Central VSX data into a larger network automation workflow.

Properties

Name Meaning
Domain Specifies the domain of the Aruba Central API to interact with, such as monitoring, configuration, or firmware management. This determines the API subset used for the operation.
Serial The serial number of the CX switch to get VSX info for. This uniquely identifies the switch within Aruba Central and is required to fetch the VSX details.

Output

JSON

  • vsxInfo - The retrieved VSX information for the specified CX switch, including configuration and status details.

Dependencies

  • Aruba Central API with OAuth2 authentication

Troubleshooting

  • Ensure the serial number provided is correct and corresponds to a CX switch managed in Aruba Central.
  • Verify that the OAuth2 credentials for Aruba Central API are valid and have sufficient permissions to access monitoring domain data.
  • Common error messages may include authentication failures, invalid serial number errors, or API rate limiting. Resolving these involves checking credentials, input values, and possibly retrying after some time.

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