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SNMP is an application-layer protocol that monitors network devices for conditions that warrant administrative attention. Items typically monitored include servers, workstations, routers, switches and hubs.
You can configure SMS to be a managed device that is monitored by an SNMP server. The SNMP server periodically requests information from the SMS server. You can also configure the SMS to send trap information to the SNMP server. The SNMP server is also referred to as a network management system (NMS). SNMP request settings determine how the SMS handles SNMP requests, they do not affect SMS communication with IPS devices.

Procedure

  1. Go to Admin → Server Properties, and then select the SNMP tab.
  2. Click Edit under Request Settings.
  3. Select Enable SNMP Requests.
  4. Select a version from the following:
    1. Select v2, and use the Community String field to restrict access. By default, the Community String is “public.”
    2. Select v3, and provide the following information:
    • Username required for the SNMP application
    • Protocols used for authentication and privacy
    • Keys used with the authentication and privacy protocols
    The Engine ID is a read-only, SMS-generated identifier for the SNMP application. If no protocol is selected, the Key field is disabled.
  5. Click OK.
  6. Click Apply.