Kopimiko is a Python library that extends Netmiko to automate backing up network device configurations via SCP and SFTP.
Kopimiko is a Python library that builds on Netmiko to back up network device configuration via SCP and SFTP
This tool is designed for network engineers and security professionals who need to automate the backup and recovery of network device configurations securely. It simplifies the process of retrieving device configs using SCP or SFTP protocols, ensuring configuration data is safely stored for disaster recovery or auditing purposes.
Since the README content is minimal and lacks explicit installation commands or usage examples, users should refer to the source code or contact the maintainer for detailed instructions. It requires Netmiko as a dependency and assumes familiarity with Python scripting and network device management.
Ensure Python and pip are installed
Install Netmiko if not already installed: pip install netmiko
Install kopimiko library (installation method not explicitly stated in README)import kopimiko
Import the kopimiko library in a Python script to use its backup functions.
# Example usage not explicitly provided in README
Use kopimiko functions to connect to devices and backup configurations via SCP or SFTP.