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Configuring SNMP
This chapter describes how to configure the Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) on the
Catalyst 6500 series switches.
This chapter consists of these sections:
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SNMP Terminology, page 47-1
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Understanding How SNMP Works, page 47-4
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Understanding How SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c Work, page 47-5
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Understanding How SNMPv3 Works, page 47-7
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Enabling and Disabling SNMP Processing, page 47-10
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Configuring SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c on the Switch, page 47-11
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SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c Enhancements in Software Release 7.5(1), page 47-12
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Configuring SNMPv3 on the Switch, page 47-16
Note
For complete syntax and usage information for the commands that are used in this chapter, refer to the
Catalyst 6500 Series Switch Command Reference
publication.
SNMP Terminology
Table 47-1
lists the terms that are used in the SNMP technology.