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Configuring Basic System Identification for SNMP (NSM Procedure)

To configure basic system identification information for SNMP:

1. In the NSM navigation tree, select Device Manager > Devices.
2. Click the Device Tree tab and then double-click the device for which you want to configure basic system identification information.
3. Click the Configuration tab. In the configuration tree, select Snmp.
4. Add or modify basic system identification information as specified in Table 1.
5. Click one:
   • OK—Saves the changes.
   • Cancel—Cancels the modifications.

Table 1: Basic System Identification Details

Option	Function	Your Action
System Name	Specifies a system name for the device.	Enter the system name as a free-form text string.
Description	Provides a description for the system.	Enter a description for the system. For example, type J4350 with 4 PIMs.
Location	Specifies the system location information.	Enter the system location information (such as a lab name and a rack name).
Contact	Specifies the contact information for the system.	Enter the system contact information (such as a name and a phone number).
Snmp > Engine Id
Use Mac Address	Sets the engine ID to use the MAC address.	Select this option.