Snmp Management - IMC Networks AccessEtherLinX Operation Manual

SNMP Management

SNMP management and iConfig are always through the AccessEtherLinX Uplink port.
This provides a higher level of security so end-users cannot access management, alter
settings, etc.
In order for the AccessEtherLinX to allow for SNMP-management, the unit must be
assigned IP configuration information (e.g., IP address, subnet mask, etc.) There are
four ways to do so:
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Using iConfig
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Using the last Downlink port (port 3/port 4, depending on the model)
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Using DHCP (Dynamic Host control Protocol); DHCP must be enabled
through the serial configuration or Telnet, via iConfig
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Telnet (Default IP=10.10.10.10; subnet mask=255.0.0.0.
In addition to assigning an IP Address and subnet mask, the end user can create
community strings, assign access rights, configure traps and more. However, iConfig
offers more options than serial/Telnet. After assigning an IP Address, use
another SNMP-compatible Network Management System (NMS) to remotely
configure, monitor and manage the AccessEtherLinX.
Configuring
In order for the AccessEtherLinX to allow for SNMP-management, the unit must be
assigned IP configuration information (e.g., IP address, subnet mask, etc.) using
iConfig via iView²; the unit's serial port or DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol),
and Telnet. In addition to assigning an IP address and subnet mask, the former two
methods will also allow users to create community strings, assign access rights,
configure traps and more. However, iConfig offers more options than serial port
configuration.
After assigning an IP address, use iView² or another SNMP-compatible Network
Management System (NMS) to remotely configure, monitor and manage the
AccessEtherLinX.
About Serial Port Configuration
Use Downlink Port 3 on the AccessEtherLinX/3 to allow for serial port configuration
and on Downlink Port 4 on the AccessEtherLinX/4 version. Use the supplied RJ-45 to
DB9 serial connector.
To connect the AccessEtherLinX to a terminal/computer, use a straight-through (pin-
to-pin) cable. (If the computer/terminal has a COM port using a connection not
compatible with a DB-9 connector, use the pin connection chart shown below for
reference in making a cable.) Make sure the cable length is less than 50 feet
5
or
iView²