Using Natural Language Search Queries in VMware Aria Operations for Networks

Products

• VMware Aria Operations (formerly vRealize Operations) 8.x

Issue/Introduction

• VMware Aria Operations for Networks (formerly vRealize Network Insight) utilizes a proprietary search engine that allows users to query infrastructure data using syntax similar to natural human language.
• This simplifies the process of identifying specific network flows and analyzing virtual machine interactions without requiring complex SQL-based queries.

Environment

VMware Aria Operations for Networks

Cause

Informational article providing guidance on utilizing the built-in natural language search functionality.

Resolution

Users can execute granular searches using syntax that mimics plain English. To perform a search, enter the desired query into the search bar at the top of the interface.

Below are common examples of natural language search commands:

1. Filtering by specific metrics: flow where bytes > 100 gb

2. Aggregating data by object type: flow group by vm

3. Ordering results by volume: top 5 flow order by packets

4. Identifying infrastructure components: vms where name includes 'web'

For details, please refer document VMware Aria Operations for Networks Search Query Posters