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getNetwork

Retrieve detailed information about a specific Meraki network using its network ID.

Instructions

Get network details

Input Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
networkIdYes

Output Schema

TableJSON Schema
NameRequiredDescriptionDefault
resultYes

Implementation Reference

  • The MCP tool 'getNetwork' is defined in meraki-mcp-dynamic.py. It is a pre-registered convenience tool decorated with @mcp.tool() that takes a networkId parameter and delegates to call_meraki_method('networks', 'getNetwork', ...).
    @mcp.tool()
    async def getNetwork(networkId: str) -> str:
        """Get network details"""
        return await call_meraki_method("networks", "getNetwork", networkId=networkId)
  • In the manual meraki-mcp.py, the equivalent tool is named 'get_network_details' instead of 'getNetwork'. It directly calls dashboard.networks.getNetwork() synchronously.
    @mcp.tool()
    def get_network_details(network_id: str) -> str:
        """Get details for a specific network"""
        network = dashboard.networks.getNetwork(network_id)
        return json.dumps(network, indent=2)
  • The helper function that getNetwork delegates to. It wraps the synchronous Meraki SDK call in an async thread.
    async def call_meraki_method(section: str, method: str, **params) -> str:
        """Internal async wrapper for pre-registered tools"""
        return await to_async(_call_meraki_method_internal)(section, method, params)
  • Async wrapper creation for dashboard.networks.getNetwork used by get_network_details in meraki-mcp.py.
    async_get_network = to_async(dashboard.networks.getNetwork)
  • The getMCPConfig tool confirms 'getNetwork' is one of 12 pre-registered convenience tools.
    "pre_registered_tools": ["getOrganizations", "getOrganizationAdmins", "getOrganizationNetworks",
                              "getOrganizationDevices", "getNetwork", "getNetworkClients",
Behavior2/5

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are present, and the description does not disclose behavioral traits beyond being a read operation. There is no mention of permissions, rate limits, or any side effects, leaving the agent without important context.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Conciseness2/5

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is extremely short (three words), but this brevity sacrifices clarity and completeness. It does not effectively communicate the tool's purpose or usage.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Completeness2/5

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Although an output schema exists, the description does not mention the structure or content of the response. Given the single parameter and lack of annotations, the description is insufficient for an agent to use the tool effectively.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Parameters1/5

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

The input schema has 0% description coverage for its only parameter, networkId. The description does not explain what this parameter represents or how to use it, failing to compensate for the schema's lack of detail.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Purpose3/5

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description states 'Get network details', which is a clear verb+resource pair, but it lacks specificity about what details are included. Among sibling tools like getNetworkClients and getNetworkDevices, this description does not differentiate itself, making it somewhat vague.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Usage Guidelines2/5

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

No guidance is provided on when to use this tool versus alternatives such as getNetworkClients or getNetworkDevices. The description offers no context about prerequisites or typical use cases.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.

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