The Network Analytics Engine (NAE) in AOS-CX switches provides intelligent monitoring,

troubleshooting, and performance analysis through predefined or custom scripts. Here’s an analysis

of the guidelines for NAE:

A. Each switch model has a maximum number of supported monitors, and one agent might have

multiple monitors.

Correct:

Each AOS-CX switch model has hardware and software limitations, including the number of agents

and monitors it supports.

Monitors are data collection points for tracking specific metrics like interface statistics, CPU usage, or

custom-defined parameters.

Agents are scripts that use monitors to evaluate data, trigger actions, or generate alerts.

Since one agent can have multiple monitors, the total number of monitors might impact the

scalability of agents.

B. You can install multiple scripts on a switch, but you can deploy only one agent per script.

Incorrect:

Multiple agents can be deployed from the same script if they monitor different parameters or have

different configurations.

The limitation is usually related to the total number of agents and monitors supported by the switch

model, not the script itself.

C. The switch will permit you to deploy as many NAE agents as you want, but they might degrade the

switch functionality.

Incorrect:

AOS-CX enforces hardware and software limits on the number of agents and monitors. These limits

are designed to prevent degradation of switch performance.

You cannot deploy an unlimited number of agents, as the system enforces these restrictions.

D. When you use custom scripts, you can create as many agents from each script as you want.

Incorrect:

While you can use custom scripts to create agents, the total number of agents is subject to the

switch's maximum supported limits.

The scalability of agents is still bound by hardware and software constraints, even with custom

scripts.

Reference

HPE Aruba AOS-CX Network Analytics Engine Configuration Guide.

Aruba AOS-CX Switch Series Technical Specifications.

Best Practices for NAE Deployment in AOS-CX Networks.