Comparing networks

Networks can be compared to identify differences between network objects.

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The options available when comparing networks vary slightly depending on the method used.

The results of the comparison can be output to the screen or a text file. When comparing using the database tree, results can also be output to a CSV file, which can subsequently be used to apply the changes between networks to other networks.

(If using an Oracle database, a report of differences between checked in network versions of a single asset can also be produced. See Viewing the history of an asset for more information.)

To compare networks via the database tree

Networks can be compared from the database tree displayed in the Model Group window or the Explorer window.

This option is available to all Version Controlled Items and is fully described in the Comparing topic.

1. In the Model Group window or the Explorer window, select the two networks that you want to compare.
2. Right-click one of the networks and select Compare .

   The Network Compare Selection dialog will be displayed, with the Compare this and With fields populated with the selected items.

3. Select comparison operations in the dialog.
4. Click Compare.

To compare networks from a currently open network

1. Select Network Compare .

   This displays the Network Compare Selection dialog.

2. Select comparison operations in the dialog.
3. Click Compare.
When comparing from a currently open network, there are some additional operations available. Comparing from a currently open network allows:
• Comparison of the current network with multiple networks: drag one or more networks into the With box in the Network Compare Selection dialog.
• Inclusion of other types of version controlled objects in the comparison, if there are other items associated with the network in the GeoPlan: drag items of the correct type into the With box. Only valid item types may be included. A separate comparison is carried out for each item.