Hello everyone,
I’m working on setting up Ansible to automate the configuration and management of Extreme Networks devices on my system, and I’m looking for some advice on the best approach. As I’m still relatively new to network automation, I’m hoping to get some insights from those who have experience using Ansible or other DevOps software for similar tasks.
To start, I need to know the steps to properly install Ansible on my local machine (which is running [insert OS name]). I’m aware there may be dependencies or configuration settings that I need to handle, especially when working in a networked environment. Once installed, my goal is to configure Ansible to communicate with Extreme Networks devices. It would be great to learn about any specific Ansible modules or playbooks that are optimized for interacting with these devices.
I also want to ensure that I’m following best practices when creating playbooks for automating tasks such as configuration management, firmware updates, and policy enforcement. I’ve heard that structuring playbooks correctly is key to maintaining efficiency and scalability, especially when managing multiple devices.
While I’m setting this up, I expect to encounter some common challenges or pitfalls, so I’d appreciate any tips on how to troubleshoot or optimize my process. Additionally, if there are any helpful resources—whether official documentation, community forums, or tutorials—that can guide me through this, I’d be grateful for the recommendations.
Thanks in advance for your help and expertise!
Best regards,
Alisa Aine
