Configuring SNMPv2c on AOS-CX

You can configure SNMPv2cCommunity-Based Simple Network Management Protocol version 2. SNMPv2C uses the community-based security scheme of SNMPv1 and does not include the SNMPv2 security model. community settings and trap destinations through the UI.

To configure SNMPv2c on switch, complete the following steps:

1. In the Network Operations app, select one of the following options:
   • To select a switch group in the filter:
     1. Set the filter to a group.
        

        The dashboard context for the group is displayed.

     2. Under Manage, click Devices > Switches.
     3. Click the AOS-CX or Config icon to view the switch configuration dashboard.
   • To select a switch in the filter:
     1. Set the filter to Global or a group containing at least one switch.
     2. Under Manage, click Devices > Switches.
        

        A list of switches is displayed in the List view.

     3. Click an AOS-CX switch under Device Name.
        

        The dashboard context for the switch is displayed.

     4. Under Manage, click Device.
        

        The AOS-CX UI configuration page is displayed.

2. Click System > SNMP.

   The SNMPSimple Network Management Protocol. SNMP is a TCP/IP standard protocol for managing devices on IP networks. Devices that typically support SNMP include routers, switches, servers, workstations, printers, modem racks, and more. It is used mostly in network management systems to monitor network-attached devices for conditions that warrant administrative attention.  page is displayed.

3. Enable SNMP on the switch by moving the SNMP toggle to the on position.
4. Select the VRFVisualRF. VRF is an AirWave Management Platform (AMP) module that provides a real-time, network-wide views of your entire Radio Frequency environment along with floor plan editing capabilities. VRF also includes overlays on client health to help diagnose issues related to clients, floor plan, or a specific location. on which you want to configure SNMP by selecting one or both of the following check boxes under Enable SNMP on the selected VRF:
   • Default VRF
   • Management VRF

   Management VRF is not supported on the AOS-CX 4100i and 6100 switch series.

5. Select v2c from the SNMP drop-down.

   The Read Community and Trap Destination tables are displayed.

Adding an SNMP Community

You can add SNMP communities to restrict access to the switch from the SNMP management stations. The default community name is Public.

To add an SNMP community, complete the following steps:

1. In the Read Community table, click the + add icon. A new row is added in the table.
2. Type the name of the community in the new row. You can enter up to a maximum of 32 characters including letters, numbers, and special characters.
3. Click Save.

Editing an SNMP community

To edit an SNMP community, point to the row for the SNMP community, and click the edit icon.

Deleting an SNMP Community

To delete an SNMP  community, point to the row for the SNMP community, and click the delete icon.

Adding a Trap Destination

You can add trap destinations to send notifications to SNMP management stations.

To add a trap destination, complete the following steps:

1. In the Trap Destination table, click the + add icon. A new row is added in the table.
2. Configure the following parameters:
   • IP Address—Enter a valid IPv4 or IPv6 address of the SNMP host.
   • VRF—Select the available VRF on the switch from the drop-down.
   • Community—Select the name of the community from the drop-down.
3. Click Save.

Editing a Trap Destination

To edit a trap destination, point to the row for the trap destination, and click the edit icon.

Deleting a Trap Destination

To delete a trap destination, point to the row for the trap destination, and click the delete icon.