NetBox

Overview

This section guides you through configuring and running the integration between NetBox and NCP

By following these steps, you'll enable NCP to:

• Synchronize device inventories from NetBox.

• Index and standardize device data for quick access.

• Empower customers to ask questions and retrieve detailed device information through NCP’s chat interface.

• Streamline network operations and improve overall network visibility.

Prerequisites:

• NetBox Server: Running at https://netbox.example.com

• Authentication Token: Obtain an API token from your NetBox admin panel

Configure NetBox as a Data Source in NCP:

To connect NCP with your NetBox instance, follow these steps:

1. Log in to the NCP GUI

2. Navigate to Admin View → Data Connectors, then click Add Connector

   
3. Select NetBox from the list of available connectors

4. Fill in the required fields:

   • Name: A friendly name for this NetBox instance

   • NetBox URI: The base URL of your NetBox instance (e.g., https://netbox.example.com/)

   • Authentication Method: Choose Auth Token or Username/Password based on your setup

     • If using an Auth Token, enter the token here

     • If using a Username/Password, provide valid credentials with API access

     
5. Click Save to complete the configuration