Simple Network Management Protocol (Snmp) - Digi LTS 32 User Manual

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP)

Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is a protocol for managing and monitoring network
devices. The SNMP architecture enables a network administrator to manage nodes--servers,
workstations, routers, switches, hubs, etc.--on an IP network; manage network performance, find
and solve network problems, and plan for network growth. ConnectPort LTS supports SNMP
Versions 1, 2 and 3.
Advantages of SNMP include:
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SNMP is easy to implement in extensive networks.
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Programming new variables is easy.
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SNMP is widely used. SNMP is a standard interface that integrates well with network
management stations in an enterprise environment. Read/write capabilities are also added to
ConnectPort LTS SNMP interface.
 It is easy to ―drop in‖ new devices.
Disadvantages include:
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SNMP does not allow for certain task that can be performed from the web interface, such as file
management, uploading firmware, or backing up and restoring configurations.
Accessing the SNMP interface requires a tool, such as a network management station. The
management station relies on an agent at a device to retrieve or update the information at the device,
including Device configuration, status, and statistical information. This information is viewed as a
logical database, called a Management Information Base (MIB). MIB modules describe MIB
variables for a variety of device types and computer hardware and software components.
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