Device adapter states
Device adapters are in one of the following states:
- New
- Baseline
- Modified
The following rules govern the state of adapters:
Action | Initial state | Modified state |
|---|---|---|
Import a new device adapter for the first time | New | not applicable |
Modify and re-import a device adapter that is in the New state | New | New |
Install a device adapter that is shipped with BMC Network Automation (vendors, device types, configuration trails, or custom actions) | Baseline | not applicable |
Modify and re-import a device adapter that was in the Baseline state | Baseline | Modified |
Perform a Revert operation on a device adapter that is in the Modified state | Modified | Baseline |
When you have modified a baseline device adapter, you can view a report showing the differences.
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