From ea8e2641a459c36dccb3e3eb6bcf33b1eb4ceee8 Mon Sep 17 00:00:00 2001 From: jokob-sk Date: Fri, 10 Apr 2026 21:50:45 +1000 Subject: [PATCH] DOCS: subnets Signed-off-by: jokob-sk --- docs/REMOTE_NETWORKS.md | 10 +++++----- 1 file changed, 5 insertions(+), 5 deletions(-) diff --git a/docs/REMOTE_NETWORKS.md b/docs/REMOTE_NETWORKS.md index 11696087..0999b303 100755 --- a/docs/REMOTE_NETWORKS.md +++ b/docs/REMOTE_NETWORKS.md @@ -33,19 +33,19 @@ VPNs use virtual interfaces (e.g., `tun0`, `tap0`) to encapsulate traffic, bypas > **Possible workaround**: Configure the VPN to bridge networks instead of routing to enable ARP, though this depends on the VPN setup and security requirements. -# Other Workarounds +## Other Workarounds The following workarounds should work for most complex network setups. -## Supplementing Plugins +### Supplementing Plugins You can use supplementary plugins that employ alternate methods. Protocols used by the `SNMPDSC` or `DHCPLSS` plugins are widely supported on different routers and can be effective as workarounds. Check the [plugins list](./PLUGINS.md) to find a plugin that works with your router and network setup. -## Multiple NetAlertX Instances +### Multiple NetAlertX Instances If you have servers in different networks, you can set up separate NetAlertX instances on those subnets and synchronize the results into one instance using the [`SYNC` plugin](https://github.com/netalertx/NetAlertX/tree/main/front/plugins/sync). -## Manual Entry +### Manual Entry If you don't need to discover new devices and only need to report on their status (`online`, `offline`, `down`), you can manually enter devices and check their status using the [`ICMP` plugin](https://github.com/netalertx/NetAlertX/blob/main/front/plugins/icmp_scan/), which uses the `ping` command internally. @@ -53,7 +53,7 @@ For more information on how to add devices manually (or dummy devices), refer to To create truly dummy devices, you can use a loopback IP address (e.g., `0.0.0.0` or `127.0.0.1`) or the `Force Status` field so they appear online. -## NMAP and Fake MAC Addresses +### NMAP and Fake MAC Addresses Scanning remote networks with NMAP is possible (via the `NMAPDEV` plugin), but since it cannot retrieve the MAC address, you need to enable the `NMAPDEV_FAKE_MAC` setting. This will generate a fake MAC address based on the IP address, allowing you to track devices. However, this can lead to inconsistencies, especially if the IP address changes or a previously logged device is rediscovered. If this setting is disabled, only the IP address will be discovered, and devices with missing MAC addresses will be skipped.