SPAGENT-MIB::spSwitch66Status #

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 #

The SPAGENT-MIB::spSwitch66Status trap indicates that a switch sensor has exceeded a certain level, triggering an alarm. This trap is sent when a sensor on a switch reports a value that exceeds a predefined threshold.

Impact #

The impact of this trap is that the switch sensor has detected an abnormal condition, which may indicate a hardware or environmental issue. If left unaddressed, this could lead to device failure, data loss, or even physical damage to the switch or surrounding equipment.

Diagnosis #

To diagnose the issue, follow these steps:

1. Check the sensor status (spSensorStatus) to determine the current state of the sensor.
2. Verify the sensor value (spSensorValue) to understand the current reading.
3. Check the level that was exceeded (spSensorLevelExceeded) to determine the threshold that was breached.
4. Identify the sensor index (spSensorIndex) and name (spSensorName) to determine which sensor is affected.
5. Review the sensor description (spSensorDescription) to understand the purpose and function of the sensor.

Mitigation #

To mitigate the issue, follow these steps:

1. Investigate the sensor reading (spSensorValue) to determine the cause of the alarm (e.g., temperature, voltage, fan speed, etc.).
2. Check the switch’s environmental conditions (e.g., temperature, humidity, airflow, etc.) to ensure they are within acceptable ranges.
3. Verify that the sensor is functioning correctly and not faulty.
4. Take corrective action to address the root cause of the alarm (e.g., replace a faulty fan, clean dust from the switch, etc.).
5. Clear the alarm once the issue has been resolved and the sensor reading has returned to a normal state.

Remember to document the steps taken to resolve the issue and update any relevant monitoring and maintenance procedures to prevent similar issues in the future. #