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CLI Access Rate Calculation Based on Discovery MethodOpen
NetBrain currently calculates the CLI access rate based on how a device type or driver is configured, without accounting for the method used to discover the device. As a result, devices that were intentionally discovered via SNMP-only are still counted against the CLI access rate, even though CLI access was never expected or intended for those devices. This enhancement would update the CLI access rate calculation to take discovery method into account, excluding devices discovered via SNMP-only from the CLI access rate metric. Customers who rely on the CLI access rate as an indicator of platform value would benefit from a more accurate representation of true CLI coverage across their environment, avoiding metrics skewed by devices that were never intended to be CLI-accessible.
Template-Level Default for Hide Value and Disable Editing SettingOpen
NetBrain currently requires users to manually enable the 'Hide value and disable editing for others' option on each change template individually, with no way to configure it as a default at the template level. This enhancement would allow administrators to set this option as a default behavior for a given change template, so it applies automatically without repeated manual configuration. This would reduce administrative overhead and help ensure consistent visibility and editing restrictions are applied across teams using the same template.
Highlight Unknown End Systems Based on StatusOpen
NetBrain currently does not provide a way to visually distinguish unknown end systems on maps based on their status. This enhancement would allow unknown end systems to be highlighted or color-coded according to their status, similar to how recognized devices can be visually flagged. Customers troubleshooting networks with a high volume of unknown end systems would benefit from faster visual identification of systems requiring attention, reducing time spent manually inspecting each entry.
API to Trigger Execution of All Pre-Configured Application PathsOpen
NetBrain currently does not provide an API to trigger execution of all paths that have already been pre-configured within an application. As a result, external systems, such as an ITSM platform responding to an application incident, cannot programmatically initiate a full path run for that application without manual intervention in the user interface. This enhancement would introduce an API endpoint that, when invoked, executes all pre-configured paths associated with a given application. Customers integrating NetBrain with incident management systems would benefit from automated, on-demand path execution triggered directly by an application-related incident, reducing manual steps and accelerating root-cause investigation.
Support for Microsoft Copilot AI IntegrationOpen
NetBrain's AI-powered features currently integrate only with OpenAI as the underlying AI provider, with no option to connect to alternative AI services such as Microsoft Copilot. This enhancement would add configuration support for Microsoft Copilot as an alternative AI engine within NetBrain. Customers already standardized on Microsoft Copilot within their organization would benefit from leveraging existing AI investments and maintaining consistency with their preferred AI ecosystem.
Automatic discovery and driver selection for unmodeled next-hop devices in path traceOpen
NetBrain path trace currently stops abruptly when it encounters a next-hop device that has not been modeled in the system, whether the trace is running live or against cached data. This forces users to manually model the device before the trace can continue, interrupting the troubleshooting workflow. This enhancement would allow the path trace engine to automatically attempt discovery of an unmodeled next-hop device by logging in with available credentials, identifying its platform and software version, and applying the appropriate driver to continue the trace without manual intervention. Customers troubleshooting paths that cross undocumented or newly added devices would gain uninterrupted end-to-end path visibility, reducing the manual effort required to keep the network model current.
Customizable Launch Page for Automation AssetsOpen
NetBrain currently does not provide a unified launch page where users can view and access their automation assets, such as Chat Bot, Auto Intent, and Automated Data Tables, from a single location. Users must navigate separately to each automation type to locate and run the assets they need. This enhancement would introduce a customizable launch page that consolidates these automation assets into one configurable entry point. Customers would benefit from faster access to frequently used automation tools and a more streamlined, personalized experience when managing their automation workflows.
Change Management support for Cisco SD-WAN devices via APIOpen
NetBrain Change Management currently does not support pushing configuration changes to Cisco SD-WAN devices through their management API, requiring customers to rely on manual, out-of-band processes for these devices. This enhancement would extend Change Management to integrate with the Cisco SD-WAN API, enabling configuration changes to be pushed and tracked in the same manner as other supported device platforms. Customers managing Cisco SD-WAN environments would benefit from consistent, automated change workflows and reduced manual effort in maintaining device configurations.
Add VRF Attribute to InterfaceByIP Function OutputOpen
The InterfaceByIP function in Network Intent currently returns interface information without any indication of VRF membership, even when the resolved interface belongs to a non-default VRF. This enhancement would extend the function's output object to include a VRF attribute alongside the existing interface data. Customers building automated remediation logic, such as setting a source interface for services like NTP, would be able to correctly account for VRF context without requiring a separate lookup step.
Privileged Login Access with Forced Logout at Seat License LimitOpen
NetBrain currently does not allow any user to log in once the concurrent user seat license limit has been reached, regardless of that user's privilege level or operational priority. There is no mechanism for a higher-privilege user to gain access by displacing an active session held by a lower-privilege user. This enhancement would introduce a configurable privilege that permits designated users to log in even after the seat limit is reached, automatically ending the session of an active user who does not hold the same elevated privilege. Customers with critical personnel who require guaranteed access during peak usage periods would benefit from reduced operational disruption caused by license contention.
Improved Validation and Guidance for SCM Manager Path Configuration in Ansible TasksOpen
NetBrain currently does not provide clear validation or diagnostic feedback when an SCM manager path is misconfigured or unavailable during Ansible task setup, leaving users with a generic path-not-available error and limited guidance on resolution. This enhancement would introduce improved validation checks and descriptive error messaging for SCM manager path configuration, helping users identify and correct drive or path accessibility issues before task execution. Clearer diagnostics would reduce setup time and support effort for customers configuring Ansible-based automation within NetBrain.
Restrict Triggered Diagnosis Execution to the Target Device OnlyOpen
Today, when a triggered diagnosis is initiated through an API-driven trigger to generate a map for an incident, the diagnosis executes against all devices present on the resulting map rather than being limited to the specific device under investigation. This enhancement would scope triggered diagnosis execution so it runs only against the intended target device identified by the incident trigger, regardless of how many other devices appear on the generated map. Limiting execution to the relevant device would reduce unnecessary diagnostic load on unrelated devices and help ensure that diagnostic results remain focused and accurate for the reported issue.
Export Option for Auto-Intent Diagnosis ReportsOpen
NetBrain currently does not provide a way to export a diagnosis report after running Auto-Intent on a map; diagnosis notes and results are only viewable within the map interface itself. This enhancement would add an export option, such as PDF or CSV, that allows users to generate a report of Auto-Intent diagnosis results directly from the map. Customers troubleshooting network issues would benefit from the ability to document, share, and retain diagnostic findings without needing to manually recreate or copy the results for external use.
Add Interface Status and User-Defined Fields to Duplicate IP/Subnet Manager ViewOpen
The Duplicate IP and Subnet Manager view does not currently display interface administrative status, making it difficult to distinguish genuine duplicate address conflicts from interfaces that are administratively down and pose no immediate network risk. The view also lacks support for user-defined fields, so there is no way to tag or track individual duplicate entries over time, such as marking known and accepted duplicates versus items that require action. This enhancement would add an interface status column to the Duplicate IP and Subnet Manager view and introduce configurable user fields that allow entries to be tagged and followed through their lifecycle. Customers would benefit from clearer prioritization of true network risks, reduced false alarms from expected duplicate configurations, and improved ability to track remediation progress over time.
Flat Linear Layout Option for Traced Path MapsOpen
NetBrain currently lacks an auto layout option that arranges a traced path in a single flat, linear row; multi-hop traceroute results are instead rendered in a zigzag pattern, which makes associated data views, such as L3 link details, harder to read. This enhancement would introduce a flat, linear auto layout style that positions the hops of a traced path in a straight horizontal line. Providing this option would improve the readability of path-related data views and reduce the manual effort required to reorganize traced path maps for analysis.
Bundle Required Python Dependencies in Offline Upgrade and Patch PackagesOpen
NetBrain upgrade and patch packages do not currently include all required Python dependencies, such as paramiko, for offline installation environments. When a required package is missing from the offline package set, administrators cannot install it through the standard offline pip command, causing plugin or feature functionality that depends on it to fail. This enhancement would ensure that all Python dependencies required by NetBrain plugins and features are pre-packaged and validated as part of the upgrade or patch distribution, removing the need for manual dependency installation in offline or restricted environments. This would reduce failed installations and support cases for customers operating in air-gapped or offline server environments.
Visibility of SD-WAN and API-Discovered Devices in Fine TuneOpen
The Fine Tune page currently does not display devices that are discovered through SD-WAN integrations or through API-based discovery methods, limiting administrators from reviewing and managing these devices alongside traditionally discovered network devices. This enhancement would extend Fine Tune to include SD-WAN and API-discovered devices, giving administrators a consolidated view for tuning and validation. Customers operating hybrid environments with SD-WAN or API-based device onboarding would gain complete visibility into device status without needing to rely on separate tools or manual checks.
Sortable First Discovery Time Column in Fine Tune Hostname Changes TableOpen
The Hostname Changes table under Fine Tune does not currently support sorting by First Discovery time, making it difficult to identify the oldest of two related entries when a device has multiple discovery records. This enhancement would add sortable column functionality for First Discovery time within the Hostname Changes table. Administrators would be able to quickly locate and review the oldest discovery entries, improving efficiency when auditing hostname change history.
Consistent QApp Output Between Manual and Scheduled ExecutionOpen
NetBrain currently does not guarantee that a QApp produces identical output whether it is run manually or through a scheduled execution. This enhancement proposes ensuring that scheduled QApp runs generate the same accurate output as manual runs for the same device set and configuration. Customers relying on scheduled automation for reporting and compliance need confidence that scheduled results match what would be produced through manual execution, avoiding data integrity concerns in automated workflows.
Automated Multi-Site Map Generation with Live Health and Link MonitoringOpen
NetBrain currently requires users to manually build and link individual site maps into a consolidated view when they need a single map representing all sites at a location; there is no automated way to assemble a full multi-site topology in one step. This enhancement would introduce an automated capability to generate a combined map covering all sites at a given location, incorporating live health status and link monitoring for the devices within that map. Customers managing many distributed sites would gain a faster, less error-prone way to obtain a unified, continuously monitored view of their network without manually building and maintaining each site connection.
Integrated NoSQL Database Management ToolOpen
NetBrain does not currently provide a native tool for managing the underlying NoSQL database used by the platform, requiring administrators to rely on external database utilities or command-line access for maintenance tasks. This enhancement would introduce a database management tool integrated directly within the base NetBrain software, allowing administrators to perform routine NoSQL database operations from within the product interface. Customers would benefit from a more streamlined administrative workflow and reduced dependency on separate third-party database tools.
Configurable Attachment Size Limit for Scheduled QApp Email OutputOpen
NetBrain currently enforces a fixed attachment size limit for scheduled QApp email delivery, and there is no configurable option to adjust this threshold. When a generated CSV report exceeds the limit, the file is not sent, and the only workarounds are exporting to a shared network folder or manually exporting the file. This enhancement proposes allowing the attachment size limit for scheduled QApp email output to be configured, so that larger CSV reports can be delivered automatically. Customers who rely on scheduled reporting for larger datasets would benefit from uninterrupted automated delivery without needing manual intervention.
Interface Traffic Capacity Column in Health Check Runbook ReportsOpen
The Overall Health Check Runbook template does not currently include a column or row displaying interface traffic capacity, limiting visibility into bandwidth-related metrics during a health check review. This enhancement would add an interface capacity field to the template so capacity data is presented alongside existing interface health metrics. Customers performing network health assessments would benefit from having capacity information readily available without needing to reference a separate report.
Driver handling for command-specific 'not enabled' responses (e.g., CDP)Open
NetBrain's discovery and benchmark drivers for certain platforms, including Cisco Nexus, ASR, and IOS Switch, can treat expected informational responses, such as messages indicating a feature like CDP is not enabled, as invalid or failed command output rather than a valid result. This enhancement would update the affected drivers to recognize these known response patterns as valid, non-error output, allowing discovery and benchmark tasks to complete without unnecessary failures. Customers operating devices where certain features are intentionally disabled would benefit from more accurate task results and fewer false error indications during discovery and benchmarking.
REST API Access to Runbook-Triggered Automation Task Status and Map Device CountsOpen
NetBrain's REST API currently does not provide a way to retrieve the execution status of tasks generated through Runbook-Based Triggered Automation, nor a way to determine whether a resulting map contains any devices. Customers running large-scale automated mapping cannot programmatically identify failed tasks or empty maps and must instead review each task manually through the user interface. This enhancement would introduce REST API endpoints that return the status (such as Finished or Failed) of Runbook-Based Triggered Automation tasks, along with an endpoint or field indicating the device count on a given map. Customers automating large volumes of path creation would gain the ability to identify incomplete or empty results at scale and trigger corrective actions without manual review, improving reliability and efficiency of automated mapping workflows.
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