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Community list

SNMPv1 and SNMPv2c use types of passwords called community strings, which are transmitted in clear text, to authenticate users.

Note

The community name limits access to the SNMP agent from the network management station, functioning as a password.

To add a community list, do as follows:

  1. Go to Configure > SNMP > Community list.
  2. Click Add.

  3. Enter the following information:

    Option Description
    Community Name Enter the name of the SNMP community string.
    Security Name Enter the security name.
    Transport Tag This string specifies a set of target addresses from which the SNMP accepts SNMP requests and to which traps may be sent. The target addresses identified by this tag are defined in the “target address table”. If this string is empty, addresses aren't checked when an SNMP request is received, or a trap is sent. If this string isn't empty, the transport tag must be contained in the "tag list" value of at least one entry in the "target address table."

  4. Click Apply.