Overview
The Bulk Upload feature allows you to create multiple networks at once using a CSV file instead of adding them individually.
This is useful when onboarding multiple locations or deploying at scale.
Step 1: Navigate to Bulk Upload
Log in to the Cloud Controller.
Go to NOC Dashboard.
Click Configure.
Select Add Network.
Click Bulk Upload.
Step 2: Download the Sample CSV
Before preparing your file:
Click Download Sample CSV
Use the provided template format
Do not modify column headers
CSV File Format Requirements
Required Column
network name
This is mandatory. Each network name must be unique.
Optional Columns
Column Name | Description |
timezone | Must be in valid IANA format (e.g., Asia/Kolkata, America/New_York) |
devices | Comma-separated MAC addresses |
vendor | Vendor name (defaults to piap if blank) |
clone network | Existing network name to copy configuration from |
tags | Comma-separated tags |
external guid | External reference ID for integrations |
Sample CSV Format
Column Details
Network Name (Required)
Must be unique.
Avoid special characters.
Timezone
Use valid IANA format.
If left blank, defaults to Central Time (US & Canada).
Devices
Enter MAC addresses separated by commas.
Ensure correct MAC format (AA:BB:CC:DD:EE:FF).
Vendor
If left blank, defaults to piap.
Clone Network
Must match an existing network name exactly.
Copies configuration from the specified network.
Tags
Separate multiple tags with commas.
External GUID
Used for external integrations or tracking.
Step 3: Upload the File
Click Upload a CSV file.
Select your prepared CSV file.
Click Upload CSV.
Wait for processing to complete.
Upload History
After submission, you can monitor the status in the Upload History section.
Displayed fields include:
Filename
Upload Status
Total Networks
Successful
Failed
Uploaded Date & Time
Common Reasons for Failure
Duplicate network names
Invalid timezone format
Incorrect MAC address format
Clone network does not exist
Missing required column
Best Practices
Always use the sample CSV template.
Validate MAC address format before uploading.
Test with a small batch before large uploads.
Ensure clone network names are exact matches.