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Configuring SNMP
This chapter describes basic SNMP concepts, the SNMP support provided on Enterasys fixed
stackable and standalone switches, and how to configure SNMP on the switches using CLI
commands.
SNMP Overview
The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is an application layer protocol that facilitates
the exchange of management information between network devices. The most widely used
management protocol on Internet Protocol (IP) networks, it helps you monitor network
performance, troubleshoot problems, and plan for network growth.
SNMP’s simplicity lies in the fact that it uses a basic set of command messages to relay
notifications of events and error conditions over a connectionless communication link.
Most network devices support the three versions of the protocol: SNMPv1, SNMPv2c, and
SNMPv3. The latest version, SNMPv3, provides enhanced security and administrative features as
described in this document.
SNMP is a simple, cost-effective tool for monitoring your network devices for conditions that
warrant administrative attention. It is widely used because it is:
• Easily integrated into your existing LAN topology
• Based on an open standard, making it non-proprietary and well documented
• Flexible enough to communicate the specific conditions you need monitored in your network
• A common management platform supported by many network devices
Implementing SNMP
You can implement SNMP on Enterasys switching devices using simple CLI commands as
described in this document. The configuration process involves the following tasks:
1. Creating users and groups allowed to manage the network through SNMP
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SNMP Overview 12-1
SNMP Concepts 12-2
SNMP Support on Enterasys Switches 12-3
Configuring SNMP 12-7
Reviewing SNMP Settings 12-18
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