{"id":9452135776530,"title":"Meraki Update a Network Integration","handle":"meraki-update-a-network-integration","description":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctitle\u003eUnderstanding the Meraki API: Update a Network\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\nbody {\n font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n}\nh1, h2 {\n color: #333;\n}\np {\n line-height: 1.6;\n}\n.code {\n background-color: #f4f4f4;\n border-left: 5px solid #333;\n padding: 0.5em;\n margin: 10px 0;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch1\u003eMeraki API: Update a Network\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Meraki API provides a powerful way to interact with and manage Meraki networks programmatically. The 'Update a Network' endpoint is a specific part of this API that allows for changes to be made to an existing network's settings in a Meraki organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFunctionalities of 'Update a Network' Endpoint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary function of the 'Update a Network' endpoint is to modify the configurations of an existing network within the Meraki dashboard. Developers can use this endpoint to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eChange the name of a network for better identification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUpdate the timezone to ensure that reporting and network events reflect local time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eModify tags for easier filtering and management of networks under a Meraki organization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEnable or disable network features such as Syslog forwarding or SNMP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis endpoint accepts HTTP PUT requests, and the URI for this operation typically follows the structure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"code\"\u003e\nPUT \/api\/v1\/networks\/{networkId}\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe {networkId} is a unique identifier for the Meraki network you intend to update.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProblems Solved by 'Update a Network' Endpoint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNetwork administration involves a series of repetitive tasks that could become time-consuming and prone to error if done manually. The 'Update a Network' endpoint can solve various problems related to this:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Configuration Changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e It simplifies the modification process of network settings. For instance, if a business opens a new branch in a different timezone, this endpoint can quickly update the network settings to reflect the local time of the new branch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement at Scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automation scripts calling this endpoint can manage multiple networks at once, making it easier to implement widespread changes across a large organization with many networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Network Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e When paired with other tools and scripts, it allows for dynamic changes to network configurations based on certain triggers or conditions, without the need for manual intervention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Human Error:\u003c\/strong\u003e Human error can often lead to misconfigurations. Automated updates through the API help ensure accuracy and consistency across network settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolicy Enforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organizations can enforce policy changes across all networks programmatically, ensuring compliance and standardized configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the Meraki API and the 'Update a Network' endpoint empower IT personnel to manage network settings more efficiently and reliably. It offers a level of programmability that aligns with modern infrastructure as code (IaC) practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeraki's 'Update a Network' API endpoint is a potent tool for IT professionals seeking to automate network management tasks and ensure consistency across multiple networks. By leveraging this endpoint, organizations can streamline their operations, reduce human errors, and maintain agility in the fast-paced IT environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e","published_at":"2024-05-13T16:22:07-05:00","created_at":"2024-05-13T16:22:08-05:00","vendor":"Meraki","type":"Integration","tags":[],"price":0,"price_min":0,"price_max":0,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":49122115944722,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Meraki Update a Network Integration","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":0,"weight":0,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":null,"barcode":null,"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/64959d81954dc409ae254407a2840085_2d6b3f07-d789-41e2-84ec-2db047e5efaa.webp?v=1715635328"],"featured_image":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/64959d81954dc409ae254407a2840085_2d6b3f07-d789-41e2-84ec-2db047e5efaa.webp?v=1715635328","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Meraki Logo","id":39146203250962,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.221,"height":819,"width":1000,"src":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/64959d81954dc409ae254407a2840085_2d6b3f07-d789-41e2-84ec-2db047e5efaa.webp?v=1715635328"},"aspect_ratio":1.221,"height":819,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/consultantsinabox.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/64959d81954dc409ae254407a2840085_2d6b3f07-d789-41e2-84ec-2db047e5efaa.webp?v=1715635328","width":1000}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctitle\u003eUnderstanding the Meraki API: Update a Network\u003c\/title\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\nbody {\n font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\n}\nh1, h2 {\n color: #333;\n}\np {\n line-height: 1.6;\n}\n.code {\n background-color: #f4f4f4;\n border-left: 5px solid #333;\n padding: 0.5em;\n margin: 10px 0;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003ch1\u003eMeraki API: Update a Network\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Meraki API provides a powerful way to interact with and manage Meraki networks programmatically. The 'Update a Network' endpoint is a specific part of this API that allows for changes to be made to an existing network's settings in a Meraki organization.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFunctionalities of 'Update a Network' Endpoint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary function of the 'Update a Network' endpoint is to modify the configurations of an existing network within the Meraki dashboard. Developers can use this endpoint to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eChange the name of a network for better identification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eUpdate the timezone to ensure that reporting and network events reflect local time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eModify tags for easier filtering and management of networks under a Meraki organization.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eEnable or disable network features such as Syslog forwarding or SNMP.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis endpoint accepts HTTP PUT requests, and the URI for this operation typically follows the structure:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"code\"\u003e\nPUT \/api\/v1\/networks\/{networkId}\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe {networkId} is a unique identifier for the Meraki network you intend to update.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProblems Solved by 'Update a Network' Endpoint\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNetwork administration involves a series of repetitive tasks that could become time-consuming and prone to error if done manually. The 'Update a Network' endpoint can solve various problems related to this:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Configuration Changes:\u003c\/strong\u003e It simplifies the modification process of network settings. For instance, if a business opens a new branch in a different timezone, this endpoint can quickly update the network settings to reflect the local time of the new branch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManagement at Scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e Automation scripts calling this endpoint can manage multiple networks at once, making it easier to implement widespread changes across a large organization with many networks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDynamic Network Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e When paired with other tools and scripts, it allows for dynamic changes to network configurations based on certain triggers or conditions, without the need for manual intervention.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Human Error:\u003c\/strong\u003e Human error can often lead to misconfigurations. Automated updates through the API help ensure accuracy and consistency across network settings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePolicy Enforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organizations can enforce policy changes across all networks programmatically, ensuring compliance and standardized configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOverall, the Meraki API and the 'Update a Network' endpoint empower IT personnel to manage network settings more efficiently and reliably. It offers a level of programmability that aligns with modern infrastructure as code (IaC) practices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eConclusion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMeraki's 'Update a Network' API endpoint is a potent tool for IT professionals seeking to automate network management tasks and ensure consistency across multiple networks. By leveraging this endpoint, organizations can streamline their operations, reduce human errors, and maintain agility in the fast-paced IT environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/body\u003e"}