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Chapter 21: Configuring SNMP
Updating SNMP Settings
SNMP traps save on network resources by eliminating redundant SNMP requests.They also
make it easier for SNMP Managers to troubleshoot their network. For example, if an SNMP
manager is responsible for a large network that supports many devices, and each device has
a large number of objects, it is impractical to request information from every object on every
device. The optimum solution is for each agent on the managed device to notify the manager
of any unusual events. It does this by sending a trap of the event. After receiving the event
information, the manager can choose what action, if any, to take.
Table 21.2 SNMP Trap Settings
Field
Community name
for traps
Hostname
21.3.2 Updating SNMP Settings
To update SNMP settings:
1. Navigate to the SNMP tab page.
2. Configure the SNMP settings as required.
3. Click the Update button to apply the changes.
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Enter the global community string associated with SNMP traps.
Traps sent from the device will provide this string as a community name.
Enter the DNS hostname of the computer to which you want to send SNMP traps.
An example of a DNS hostname is: snmptraps.teklogix.com
Since SNMP traps are sent randomly from the SNMP agent, it makes sense to specify where exactly the
traps should be sent.
Ensure you select the Enabled checkbox beside the appropriate hostname.
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