Cannot update information using import feature

[jjangmoo]

Issue type

[x] Feature request
[ ] Bug report
[ ] Documentation

Environment

• Python version: 3.5.2
• NetBox version: 2.2.2

Description

I would like to update information such as platform, tenant or position at one time.
It means I would like to use the import function when I update data.

I think this import function is only working when I want to import new devices.
But I need to update this information on multiple devices.

What do you think about adding a flag field like import_role(value = new or update) in import format?

[Senetus]

Optimally, after an initial import, you would use the API to import new devices. But I do agree that having an ignore existing option while doing csv import would be great.

[jeremystretch]

CSV import does not allow for modifying existing objects. NetBox provides a separate "bulk update" mechanism for most objects, or you can use the API as @esajo suggested.