E5-110-TRAPS-MIB::sysAlarmCutoffEnable #

Alarm cutoff is activated.

Meaning #

The E5-110-TRAPS-MIB::sysAlarmCutoffEnable SNMP trap indicates that the alarm cutoff feature has been activated on a network device. This feature is designed to prevent multiple alarms from being generated in quick succession, potentially overwhelming the management system and causing unnecessary notifications.

Impact #

The activation of the alarm cutoff feature may have the following impacts on the network and its users:

• Reduced visibility into network issues, as alarms may not be generated or forwarded to the management system
• Delayed response to critical issues, as the alarm cutoff feature may prevent timely notifications
• Inability to troubleshoot and diagnose issues in a timely manner, potentially leading to prolonged downtime and decreased network reliability

Diagnosis #

To diagnose the cause of the E5-110-TRAPS-MIB::sysAlarmCutoffEnable SNMP trap, follow these steps:

1. Verify that the alarm cutoff feature is enabled on the network device
2. Check the device’s configuration to determine the threshold and timeout values for the alarm cutoff feature
3. Review system logs to identify the cause of the alarm cutoff activation (e.g., excessive alarm generation, high CPU usage, etc.)
4. Use network management tools to monitor the device’s performance and alarm generation rates

Mitigation #

To mitigate the impact of the E5-110-TRAPS-MIB::sysAlarmCutoffEnable SNMP trap, follow these steps:

1. Disable the alarm cutoff feature on the network device, if possible
2. Adjust the threshold and timeout values for the alarm cutoff feature to prevent unnecessary activations
3. Implement rate-limiting or filtering mechanisms to reduce the number of alarms generated by the device
4. Configure the management system to prioritize critical alarms and notifications, ensuring that key issues are addressed in a timely manner