Configuration Steps

SNMP Config for a Cisco Router or Switch.

Log into your router or switch.

configure terminal
!
Use the command below to add a Read-Only community string:
!
snmp-server community public RO
!where "public" is the Read-only community string.
!To add a Read-Write Community string, use the command below:

!snmp-server community private RW
!where "private" is the Read-write community string.
!Exit the configuration mode and save the settings:
exit
!
write memory
!
Building configuration...
[OK]
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