NCM Overview & Explorer
Explore the powerful features of the NCM Explorer, your centre for effective network configuration management. Designed to streamline Network Configuration Management operations and enhance visibility, the NCM Explorer brings your network devices into focus.
In the NCM Explorer, you'll find a comprehensive list of devices discovered as NCM devices, offering a one-stop solution for your network configuration needs. After the initial backup, devices become accessible in NCM Explorer, enabling a range of actions for efficient network configuration management.
NCM Overview
Take a deep dive into a detailed visual representation of your Network Configuration Management (NCM) landscape with the NCM Overview tab. This dedicated tab within the NCM provides a snapshot of essential details for effective network configuration management.
Navigation
Go to Menu. Select NCM 
. The Overview is selected by default.
NCM Explorer
Navigation
Go to Menu. Select NCM . After that, select the tab Explorer.
NCM Explorer Screen
The following fields are available on the NCM Explorer screen:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Device | The name of the device. |
| IP | The IP of the device. |
| Device Type | The type of the device. |
| Current Version | The current version of running config of the device. |
| Config Conflict | This column shows the status of synchronisation between Running Config and Startup Config files of the device. In case there is a conflict between running and startup config files, the status is shown as Conflict Detected. Select Conflict Detected to analyse the comparison between the two files. |
| Last Performed Action | The last performed action for the device. |
| Last Backup Status | The status of the last backup, whether Successfull or Failed. |
| Last Backup Time | The time of the last successful backup for the device. |
| Actions | Refer the content below to understand the actions available for the NCM device. |
Select 
under the Actions column to display the permissible actions for the NCM device in the NCM Explorer. The following actions are available for the device:
| Action | Description |
|---|---|
| Backup Now | Select this option to instantly take the backup of the NCM device. |
| Compare | Empower yourself with the 'Compare' functionality, allowing side-by-side comparisons of startup and running configurations across different devices and versions. Easily spot inserted, modified, or deleted lines through color-coded highlighting. |
| Download Backup | Select this option to download the config files of the NCM device on your system locally. |
| Set as Baseline | Select this option to configure the current version running config of the NCM device as the baseline configuration. This helps you to identify a standard set of configurations for that device that you can restore when needed. Establish a standardized configuration across your network devices by designating a specific backup version as the baseline. |
| View | Select this option to take a deep dive into detailed insights about each NCM device. |
| Sync | Select this option to sync the running config and startup config files of the NCM device. |
| Restore | Select this option to restore the running config file from the backups available for that NCM device. |
Filter Network Devices
Effortlessly navigate through your network devices using the filtering options available on the panel present on the left side of the screen. Tailor your view and focus on the devices that matter most to you.
Versioning
Track configuration changes over time through versioning. Each backup creates a new version, providing insights into the evolution of configurations. Manage versions based on your data retention settings.
The NCM Explorer in Motadata AIOps provides a user-friendly and powerful interface for network administrators to navigate, analyze, and optimize network configurations. Whether you're ensuring adherence to standards, troubleshooting issues, or maintaining historical records, the NCM Explorer is your go-to tool for efficient network configuration management.