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Internal switch port configuration and packet forwarding issues

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The following CLI commands provide insight into the Sensor internal switch port configuration. It also helps troubleshoot packet forwarding issues.

  • Use bcmcli "<string input of the bcm>" command to retrieve bcm process output from the primary unit.

    For example: bcmcli "ps"

    Note

    This command is applicable to NS-series Sensors.

  • Use bcmcli-sec "<string input from the secondary unit bcm>" command to retrieve the bcm process output of secondary unit on primary unit. This command is applicable for primary unit alone.

    For example: bcmcli-sec "ps"

    Note

    This command is applicable to NS9300 Sensors only.

Trellix recommends you not to execute these commands without the help of Trellix Support as it might cause Sensor issues based on the parameter given. In case you encounter a problem, contact Trellix Support for further assistance.