Dependencies Question

Question

I'm trying to figure out the best way to implement dependencies in order to avoid too many alerts being generated. I think I understand basic dependencies, however there is a scenario that I'm trying to figure out.

This scenario is regarding multiple building switches that have multiple edge switches connected to them. See Visio image below. What would be ideal is the following:

* If Building Switch B is offline, send the alert on Building Switch B and have the Edge switches connected to it be detected in an unknown or unreachable state.
* If Building Switch A is offline, send the alert on Building Switch A and have Building Switch B and all Edge switches(connected to Building Switch 1 and 2) be detected in an unknown or unreachable state.

mcbridea · Answer

I'm having trouble figuring what the master dependencies group would accomplish. The groups and dependencies you show should do the job. Remember to not include the build 2 headend in the build 2 group. I usually name a remote child group something like "Bld 2 children" for clarity.

rbrantley · Answer

Yes that exactly what I'm asking.

danielleh · Answer

Hi rbrantley--

If you are interested, there is also a Tech Ref on Groups and Dependencies within Orion :)

Thanks,
DH