cisco-device-health

Assess Cisco IOS-XE and NX-OS device health and generate a prioritized findings report.

Updated Mar 15, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vahagn-madatyan/netsec-skills-suite --skill cisco-device-health
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: cisco-device-health
Source: https://github.com/vahagn-madatyan/netsec-skills-suite/tree/main/skills/cisco-device-health
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vahagn-madatyan/netsec-skills-suite --skill cisco-device-health

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Cisco IOS-XE and NX-OS device health check and triage procedure that guides engineers through cross-platform health assessment, producing a prioritized findings report for actionable remediation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Cross-Platform Triage: IOS-XE and NX-OS health assessment spanning CPU, memory, interfaces, routing, and environment.
  • Threshold-Based Findings: Uses built-in threshold references to classify findings and guide escalation.
  • Report Template & Troubleshooting: Generates a concise device health report with severity, recommendations, and next steps; includes practical troubleshooting guidance.

Quick Start

Run the Cisco Device Health Skill against a target device to generate a structured health triage report.

Frequently Asked Questions about cisco-device-health

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I perform a Cisco IOS-XE and NX-OS device health triage?▼

To perform a Cisco device health triage, run a structured workflow that assesses CPU, memory, interfaces, routing, and environment across IOS-XE and NX-OS platforms, generating a prioritized findings report for actionable remediation.

What is included in a Cisco network device health assessment report?▼

A Cisco network device health assessment report includes severity classifications, recommendations, and next steps based on built-in threshold references for CPU, memory, interfaces, routing, and environment to guide escalation.

Do I need SSH access to run a Cisco router or Nexus health check?▼

Yes, you need established device reachability and SSH access to run a Cisco router or Nexus health check, as the triage workflow requires direct access to assess IOS-XE and NX-OS platform metrics.

Can I use this network health triage for post-change validation and routine audits?▼

Yes, you can use this network health triage for incident response, post-change validation, and routine health audits across Cisco routers, switches, and Nexus platforms to accelerate recovery and ensure stability.

What is the best way to troubleshoot Cisco IOS-XE and NX-OS health findings?▼

The best way to troubleshoot Cisco IOS-XE and NX-OS health findings is to follow the structured triage workflow, which uses built-in threshold references to classify issues and provides practical troubleshooting guidance within the generated report.

What are the limitations of automated Cisco device health checks?▼

The primary limitation is that the health check requires established device reachability and active SSH access; without network connectivity to the Cisco IOS-XE or NX-OS device, the triage workflow cannot execute or generate a report.