SPAGENT-MIB::spSwitch60Status #

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 description:

Meaning #

This SNMP trap indicates that a switch sensor has exceeded a predefined threshold, triggering an alarm. The trap provides detailed information about the sensor, including its status, value, and the threshold that was exceeded.

Impact #

The impact of this trap is that a switch sensor has reported an abnormal reading, which could indicate a potential issue with the switch or its environment. This could lead to equipment failure, network downtime, or other performance issues if left unaddressed.

Diagnosis #

To diagnose the issue, follow these steps:

1. Identify the sensor that triggered the trap using the spSensorIndex and spSensorName variables.
2. Check the spSensorStatus variable to determine the current status of the sensor.
3. Verify the spSensorValue variable to understand the current reading of the sensor.
4. Compare the spSensorValue with the spSensorLevelExceeded variable to determine the threshold that was exceeded.
5. Review the spSensorDescription variable to understand the purpose and behavior of the sensor.

Mitigation #

To mitigate the issue, follow these steps:

1. Investigate the root cause of the sensor reading exceeding the threshold. This may involve reviewing switch logs, environmental monitoring systems, or other related data.
2. Take corrective action to address the underlying issue, such as adjusting the switch’s configuration, replacing a faulty component, or improving the environmental conditions.
3. Clear the alarm once the issue has been resolved and the sensor reading has returned to a normal state.
4. Update the sensor thresholds or configure alerting rules to prevent similar false positives or unnecessary alarms in the future.