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4.4.3 ADVANCED - SNMP
SNMP: Simple Network Management Protocol
(
SNMP
) is an application layer protocol that is used for
managing networks. There are several components that make up the SNMP structure, including agents,
network management stations ( NMS ), network management protocols, and a management information
base ( MIB ).
±
SNMP Agent:
Click to enable the
SNMP Agent
. An SNMP agent is a node that resides on the
network, typically a computer or a router. The SNMP agent is controlled and configured by the
NMS by sending SNMP messages between one another. SNMP agents are logged and identified
in a Management Information Base (MIB), in which they are identified by an object identifier (OID).
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SNMP Traps:
Click to enable the
SNMP Traps
. SNMP traps are used to notify network managers
of significant events that have taken place in the network. These traps are sent to the SNMP NMS
( NMS Server located at Trap IP ) through the specified Ports.
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SNMP System Identification:
The
Name
,
Contact
,
Location
, and
Vendor OID
are provided to
identify the SNMP NMS. The Vendor OID is the ID number placed in all Trap reports.
The System Name, System Contact, and System Location can be up to 127 characters. Default
value for Vendor OID is 1.3.6.1.4.1.294.
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Community ReadOnly:
This is the password to access public information. The Community
ReadOnly can be up to 127 characters. Default is
“Public”
.
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Community ReadWrite:
This is the password to access private information. The Community
ReadWrite can be up to 127 characters.