Device templates

It may be necessary to create a new device template or modify a supplied template to add support for your device in SolarWinds NCM. To prepare for creating device templates that meet your needs, follow these suggestions:

Before You Begin

• First, Gather the information you need for the device template.
• For additional guidance, review the Best practices for device command templates.
• Review the Communication process diagrams.

If using the F5 templates to manage BIG-IP F5 device configurations, see the "F5 device template behavior" in the reference section F5 device template behavior for important details.