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ONES 3.1 AI Assistant Enhances Network Management

November 7, 2025

The introduction of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Assistant in ONES 3.1 provides a conversational interface for network management, enabling users to access network health and inventory data efficiently. This feature supports on-premises (on-prem) deployment and utilizes Central Processing Units without needing additional graphics processing units or tokens.

Capabilities of the AI Assistant

The AI Assistant offers several functionalities designed for network health and inventory management.

  • The tool provides insights into network performance, including device status and potential anomalies.
  • It offers real-time answers for inventory-related queries, such as device configurations and availability.
  • Responses are formatted in Markdown tables for clarity and regular text, aiding easy understanding.
  • Users can halt response streaming to receive immediate answers when enough information is available.
  • After each response, the Assistant recommends follow-up questions for comprehensive understanding.

Operational Overview

Applications of the AI Assistant

  • Users can query the Assistant for network summaries over a specific timeframe, receiving immediate feedback on device utilization and any packet drops detected.
  • The Assistant can provide timely updates on device status, including details on fan faults, with direct responses about operational conditions.

Conclusion

The AI Assistant in ONES 3.1 enhances user interaction with network data, utilizing Generative AI (GenAI) technology to support network management tasks efficiently.

FAQs

The AI Assistant, designed for on-prem use in ONES 3.1, facilitates real-time interaction with network health and inventory data through natural language queries. It aids in troubleshooting by providing updates on device conditions, uptime, and system faults.

This feature operates entirely on-prem, utilizing Central Processing Unit (CPU) resources without needing Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) support, ensuring secure enterprise deployment.

Users can pose various queries, receiving clear insights through Markdown tables for structured data and plain text for quicker information.

The Assistant provides real-time updates, allowing users to access network utilization summaries and system alerts to support timely decision-making.

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