NetFlow Collector NetFlow Ingestion Count Increase Check#

This procedure displays the output from the DS9 Collector NetFlow Count indicator via the CLI Administration menu.

A count increase when comparing 2 count values generated in succession validates that all NetFlow ingestion and parsing services and processes are functioning properly, and that the database is functioning properly.

If the netflow count displays a value of 0 and the Health Check is showing SUCCESS, the system might not be receiving flow from the systems configured to send flow to the DS9. Validate that there are no firewalls impeding the netflow traffic to the DS9 before contacting VOSS support.

SSH to the system IP, and log in to the system using the CLI admin credential below to access the Administration menu.

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The image shows SSH connection example using Putty ssh client.
In the Administration menu, select System, then select OK, and press <ENTER>.

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Use the following keyboard keys to choose relevant options and to navigate through the CLI Administration menu: <ARROW>, <TAB>, <ENTER>
On the System page, select Commands, then select OK, and press <ENTER>.
On the Commands page, select Show netflow count, then select OK, and press <ENTER>.
View the current count number.
Press <ENTER> to return to the Commands page.
On the Commands page, select Show netflow count again, then select OK, and press <ENTER>.
View the NetFlow data count number, which displays for the second time.

The count number displays a larger number compared to the first count display. This count increase is validation that the incoming NetFlow packets are being ingested into the database and that the system processes are working properly.
To disconnect from the system:
- Press <ENTER> to return to the Commands page.
- On the Commands page, select Back, then select OK, and press <ENTER> to return to the Administration menu.
- In the Administration menu, select Quit, then select OK, and press <ENTER>.