SPAGENT-MIB::spSwitch4Status #

Switch sensor trap

Variables #

• spSensorStatus
• spSensorValue
• spSensorLevelExceeded
• spSensorIndex
• spSensorName
• spSensorDescription

Definitions #

spSensorStatus

The current integer status of the sensor causing this trap to be sent

spSensorValue

The current integer value of the sensor causing this trap to be sent

spSensorLevelExceeded

The integer level that was exceeded causing this trap to be sent

spSensorIndex

The integer index of the sensor causing this trap to be sent

spSensorName

The name of the sensor causing this trap to be sent

spSensorDescription

The description of the sensor causing this trap to be sent

Here is a runbook for the SNMP trap SPAGENT-MIB::spSwitch4Status:

Meaning #

The SPAGENT-MIB::spSwitch4Status trap indicates that a switch sensor has crossed a predetermined threshold, triggering an alert. This trap is sent by the switch to notify administrators of a potential issue that requires attention.

Impact #

If left unaddressed, the issue triggering this trap could lead to:

• Reduced network performance or availability
• Increased risk of equipment failure or damage
• Downtime and disruption to business operations

Diagnosis #

To diagnose the issue, perform the following steps:

1. Check the spSensorStatus variable to determine the current status of the sensor.
2. Review the spSensorValue variable to see the current value of the sensor that triggered the trap.
3. Compare the spSensorValue to the spSensorLevelExceeded variable to determine the threshold that was exceeded.
4. Identify the sensor that triggered the trap by checking the spSensorIndex, spSensorName, and spSensorDescription variables.
5. Investigate the switch logs and monitoring data to gather more information about the issue.

Mitigation #

To mitigate the issue, perform the following steps:

1. Take immediate action to address the issue causing the sensor to exceed the threshold (e.g., clean or replace the sensor, adjust the temperature in the room, etc.).
2. Verify that the switch is properly configured and that the sensor is functioning correctly.
3. Adjust the threshold level if necessary to prevent false alarms.
4. Consider implementing proactive monitoring and alerting to catch potential issues before they trigger a trap.
5. Document the issue and the steps taken to resolve it for future reference.