5.3.12.1 Example of configuration with a dedicated mail server on the local
network
Figure 5.3.12.1.1 Network structure
Let's formulate the task as follows:
We need to configure SMTP on switch SW2 (PSW-2G) with IP 192.168.0.1 to
send messages about the link change on the ports of PSW-2G switch to operator's
computer 192.168.0.3.
Since the SMTP protocol does not involve storing messages and issuing them to the
mail client, we need to include a mail server (192.168.0.2) into the network.
We select the domain name companyname.com for the network
and
Configuring PSW
First, specify the event that will send a message when it occurs. In our case,
this event is a link change. To do this, tick the appropriate event in the Events →
Event List tab.
Figure 5.3.12.1.2
Select the event
Now let's configure the SMTP
Go to Events → SMTP tab.
Enable SMTP, set the IP address of the server,
set the e-mail address of the sender (i.e. PSW)