Device groups are used to organize devices into a set. The device group will become the basis for a policy either allowing or denying access to this particular set of devices. See Adding a Policy. Devices can be grouped manually, using the Select method, or by creating a Boolean expression that describes a set of common attributes, using the Describe method.
If you used Guided Setup to create categories and elements for nodes, some means to organize devices along common attributes have already been created. CC-SG automatically creates default access policies based on these elements. See Associations, Categories, and Elements for details on creating categories and elements.
To view device groups:
Choose Associations > Device Groups. The Device Groups Manager window appears. A list of existing device groups is displayed on the left, while details about the selected device group appear in the main panel.
A list of existing device groups is displayed on the left. Click a device group to view the details of the group in the device group manager.
If the group was formed arbitrarily, the Select Devices tab will be displayed showing a list of devices in the group and a list of devices not in the group.
If the group was formed based on common attributes, the Describe Devices tab will appear, showing the rules that govern selection of the devices for the group.
To search for a device in the device group list, type a string in the Search field at the bottom of the list, and then click Search. The method of searching is configured through the My Profile screen. See Users and User Groups.
If viewing a group based on attributes, click View Devices to display a list of devices currently in the Device Group. A Devices in Device Group window opens, displaying the devices and all their attributes.
Choose Reports > Devices > Device Group Data. A list of existing device groups is displayed. Double-click a row to view devices for any device group.
