spSwitch53Status

SPAGENT-MIB::spSwitch53Status #

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:

Meaning #

The SPAGENT-MIB::spSwitch53Status trap indicates that a switch sensor has exceeded a certain threshold, triggering the trap to be sent. This trap is used to notify administrators of potential issues with the switch’s sensors.

Impact #

The impact of this trap depends on the specific sensor and threshold that was exceeded. Possible impacts include:

  • Equipment failure or malfunction
  • Environmental issues (e.g. temperature, humidity)
  • Power supply issues
  • Connectivity problems

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.
  3. Check the spSensorLevelExceeded variable to determine the threshold that was exceeded.
  4. Use the spSensorIndex variable to identify the specific sensor that triggered the trap.
  5. Review the spSensorName and spSensorDescription variables to understand the type of sensor and its function.

Mitigation #

To mitigate the issue, perform the following steps:

  1. Investigate the cause of the sensor threshold exceedance (e.g. environmental issue, equipment malfunction).
  2. Take corrective action to address the root cause of the issue (e.g. adjust environmental controls, replace faulty equipment).
  3. Verify that the sensor is functioning correctly and within normal parameters.
  4. Clear the trap and resume normal monitoring.
  5. Consider adjusting the sensor threshold or notification settings to prevent false positives or unnecessary notifications.