n8n-nodes-netdevices

v1.0.67

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7 days ago

n8n node to interact with network devices (Cisco, MikroTik, Arista, Extreme Networks, Dell, Juniper, HP, Aruba, Ubiquiti, Palo Alto, Fortinet - ISP, data center, campus, and edge)

n8n-nodes-netdevices

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A powerful, TypeScript-based n8n custom node for managing network devices via SSH. Inspired by Python's Netmiko, this node brings robust network automation capabilities to your n8n workflows, allowing you to interact with a wide range of network infrastructure directly.

🎉 Now supports MikroTik, Extreme Networks, Dell OS10 + Arista, HP, Aruba, and Ubiquiti - comprehensive coverage for ISP, data center, campus, and edge networks!

Key Features

Extensive Multi-Vendor Support: Manage devices from Cisco, Arista, Juniper, HP, Aruba, Ubiquiti, Palo Alto, Fortinet, Ericsson, and more across data center, campus, and edge deployments.
Secure Connections: Utilizes the battle-tested ssh2 library for secure and reliable SSH sessions.
Flexible Authentication: Supports both password and SSH key-based authentication, including passphrase-protected keys.
Jump Host Support: Securely connect to devices in enterprise environments through bastion servers.
Intelligent Operation: Automatically handles vendor-specific behaviors like enable modes, configuration prompts, and paging.
Performance Optimized: Features connection pooling, fast mode, and optimized SSH algorithms for high-speed execution.
Modular & Extensible: Built with a clean, modular architecture that makes it easy to add support for new vendors.

Supported Platforms

The node supports a wide variety of network operating systems across multiple vendors, covering the majority of network equipment in production environments.

Data Center & Enterprise Core

Enterprise Campus & Wireless

SMB, Branch & ISP

Security & Firewalls

Service Provider & Telecom

General Purpose

🆕 Latest Update: Added support for MikroTik (RouterOS/SwitchOS), Extreme Networks (ExtremeXOS), and Dell EMC (OS10) - expanding ISP, WISP, data center, and campus coverage!

Core Operations

The node provides a set of core operations to manage your network devices.

Vendor-Specific Capabilities

🆕 Arista EOS

Perfect for modern data center automation:

JSON Output: Native support for show version | json and other structured commands
Bash Shell Access: Execute Linux commands via bash for advanced troubleshooting
High Performance: Optimized for leaf-spine architectures and cloud-scale deployments
Use Cases: Data center fabric automation, EVPN/VXLAN configuration, streaming telemetry setup

🆕 HP ProCurve

Legacy campus switch management made easy:

Automatic Prompt Handling: Manages "Press any key to continue" prompts
Safe Logout: Handles save configuration prompts during disconnect
Enable Mode Support: Full support for privileged exec mode
Use Cases: Campus network maintenance, configuration backups, VLAN management

🆕 Aruba OS (Mobility Controllers)

Wireless infrastructure automation:

Controller Management: Configure mobility controllers and masters
AP Operations: View and manage access points with show ap database
Client Monitoring: Track wireless clients with show user-table
Use Cases: Wireless network provisioning, AP configuration, client troubleshooting

🆕 Aruba AOS-CX

Modern campus switching:

Latest Platform: Support for Aruba's next-generation switching OS
Flexible Authentication: Works with or without enable mode
API-Ready: Complements REST API automation with CLI access
Use Cases: Campus modernization, VSX configuration, network segmentation

🆕 Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch

Cost-effective SMB switching:

Cisco-Like CLI: Familiar commands for easy adoption
Smart Save: Handles confirmation prompts automatically
SMB Focus: Perfect for small-medium business deployments
Use Cases: Branch office automation, SMB network management, MSP deployments

🆕 Ubiquiti EdgeRouter

VyOS-based routing for ISPs and enterprises:

Commit-Based: Vyatta/VyOS workflow with commit and save
EdgeOS Support: Full support for EdgeRouter's operating system
Configuration Management: Rollback-capable configuration changes
Use Cases: ISP CPE automation, branch routing, BGP configuration

🆕 Ubiquiti UniFi Switch

Managed switching for UniFi ecosystems:

Dual-Stage Access: Automatically handles SSH → telnet localhost connection
UniFi Integration: Works alongside UniFi controller automation
Simplified Management: Perfect for UniFi network deployments
Use Cases: UniFi network automation, VLAN provisioning, port configuration

🆕 MikroTik RouterOS/SwitchOS

Powerful platform for ISPs and WISPs:

Unique CLI: Special handling for MikroTik's distinctive command structure
License Prompt Management: Automatically handles license agreement prompts on login
Terminal Optimization: Username-based terminal settings (+ct511w4098h) for optimal display
Immediate Changes: No config mode - changes take effect immediately
Use Cases: ISP CPE automation, WISP network management, hotspot provisioning, BGP configuration

🆕 Extreme Networks ExtremeXOS

Enterprise campus and data center switching:

Dynamic Prompt Handling: Manages incrementing prompt IDs (hostname.1 #, hostname.2 #)
Unsaved Config Detection: Recognizes * prefix indicating unsaved changes
No Config Mode: Direct command execution with immediate effect
Prompt Suppression: Automatically disables CLI prompting for smoother automation
Use Cases: Campus network automation, VLAN provisioning, switch stack management, policy configuration

🆕 Dell EMC OS10

Modern data center and campus switching:

Cisco-Like CLI: Familiar IOS-style commands for easy transition
Linux Foundation: Built on Linux - access shell with system commands
Flexible Mode: Works with or without enable mode
Modern Platform: Supports Dell PowerSwitch S-series and Z-series
Use Cases: Data center fabric automation, Open Networking deployments, Dell ecosystem integration

Installation

Install the Package:
```
npm install n8n-nodes-netdevices
```
Restart n8n: Restart your n8n instance to load the new node.

Configuration

The node uses the "Net Devices API" credential type, which includes fields for the device's hostname, port, username, and authentication details. It also includes advanced options for connection timeouts, jump hosts, and performance tuning.

For detailed guides on advanced configuration, please see:

Quick Start Examples

Arista EOS - Get Structured Data

// Use Arista's native JSON output
{
  "operation": "sendCommand",
  "deviceType": "arista_eos",
  "command": "show version | json"
}
// Returns structured JSON data instead of text

Ubiquiti EdgeRouter - Configuration with Commit

// EdgeRouter uses commit-based configuration
{
  "operation": "sendConfig",
  "deviceType": "ubiquiti_edgerouter",
  "commands": [
    "set interfaces ethernet eth0 description 'WAN Link'",
    "set interfaces ethernet eth0 address dhcp",
    "commit",
    "save"
  ]
}

Aruba Wireless - Monitor APs

// Get access point status from Aruba controller
{
  "operation": "sendCommand",
  "deviceType": "aruba_os",
  "command": "show ap database"
}

HP ProCurve - VLAN Configuration

// Configure VLANs on HP ProCurve switches
{
  "operation": "sendConfig",
  "deviceType": "hp_procurve",
  "commands": [
    "vlan 100",
    "name Engineering",
    "untagged 1-24"
  ]
}

MikroTik RouterOS - Interface Configuration

// Configure MikroTik interfaces using RouterOS CLI
{
  "operation": "sendConfig",
  "deviceType": "mikrotik_routeros",
  "commands": [
    "/interface ethernet set ether1 comment='WAN Link'",
    "/ip address add address=192.168.1.1/24 interface=ether2",
    "/ip firewall filter add chain=input action=accept connection-state=established"
  ]
}

Extreme ExtremeXOS - Create VLAN

// Create and configure VLAN on Extreme switch
{
  "operation": "sendConfig",
  "deviceType": "extreme_exos",
  "commands": [
    "create vlan Engineering tag 100",
    "configure vlan Engineering add ports 1-24",
    "enable ipforwarding vlan Engineering"
  ]
}

Dell OS10 - Interface and System Commands

// Configure interface and run Linux system command
{
  "operation": "sendConfig",
  "deviceType": "dell_os10",
  "commands": [
    "interface ethernet 1/1/1",
    "description 'Uplink to Core'",
    "no switchport",
    "ip address 10.0.0.1/24"
  ]
}
// Or execute Linux commands
{
  "operation": "sendCommand",
  "deviceType": "dell_os10",
  "command": "system \"df -h\""
}

Use Case Scenarios

🏢 Data Center Automation (Arista)

Automate Arista leaf-spine fabrics:

Deploy EVPN/VXLAN configurations across spine switches
Configure BGP peering for underlay networks
Retrieve JSON-formatted operational data for monitoring
Execute Linux commands for advanced diagnostics

🏫 Campus Network Management (HP/Aruba)

Manage enterprise campus networks:

Provision VLANs across HP ProCurve access switches
Configure Aruba AOS-CX distribution switches
Monitor wireless clients on Aruba controllers
Backup configurations across mixed HP/Aruba environments

🏪 SMB & Branch Automation (Ubiquiti)

Deploy and manage branch networks:

Configure EdgeRouter BGP for multi-site connectivity
Provision VLANs on EdgeSwitch and UniFi switches
Mass-deploy configurations to multiple sites
MSP multi-tenant management

Device Type Auto-Detection

The node includes intelligent auto-detection for most platforms:

// Automatically detects device type
const detectedType = await autoDetectDeviceType(credentials);

// Supports detection for:
// - Cisco (IOS, IOS-XE, IOS-XR, NX-OS, ASA)
// - Arista EOS
// - Juniper JunOS
// - HP ProCurve
// - Aruba (OS, AOS-CX)
// - Ubiquiti (EdgeRouter, EdgeSwitch, UniFi)
// - Palo Alto PAN-OS
// - Fortinet FortiOS
// - And more...

Development & Contribution

This project is open to contributions. If you'd like to add support for a new vendor or improve the existing functionality, please see the following guides:

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License. See the LICENSE.md file for details.

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n8n-nodes-netdevices

Table of Contents

Key Features

Supported Platforms

Data Center & Enterprise Core

Enterprise Campus & Wireless

SMB, Branch & ISP

Security & Firewalls

Service Provider & Telecom

General Purpose

Core Operations

Vendor-Specific Capabilities

🆕 Arista EOS

🆕 HP ProCurve

🆕 Aruba OS (Mobility Controllers)

🆕 Aruba AOS-CX

🆕 Ubiquiti EdgeSwitch

🆕 Ubiquiti EdgeRouter

🆕 Ubiquiti UniFi Switch

🆕 MikroTik RouterOS/SwitchOS

🆕 Extreme Networks ExtremeXOS

🆕 Dell EMC OS10

Installation

Configuration

Quick Start Examples

Arista EOS - Get Structured Data

Ubiquiti EdgeRouter - Configuration with Commit

Aruba Wireless - Monitor APs

HP ProCurve - VLAN Configuration

MikroTik RouterOS - Interface Configuration

Extreme ExtremeXOS - Create VLAN

Dell OS10 - Interface and System Commands

Use Case Scenarios

🏢 Data Center Automation (Arista)

🏫 Campus Network Management (HP/Aruba)

🏪 SMB & Branch Automation (Ubiquiti)

Device Type Auto-Detection

Development & Contribution

License