A network administrator deploys new network hardware. While configuring the network monitoring server, the server could authenticate but could not determine the specific status of the hardware…

The correct answer is B. Import the appropriate MIB. MIBs (Management Information Bases) define the variables and objects that SNMP can query on a device. If the monitoring server authenticates but cannot interpret the data, it likely lacks the correct MIB for that vendor or model. Importing the proper MIB allows the monitoring…

Submitted by tunde_lagos· Mar 6, 2026Network troubleshooting

Question

A network administrator deploys new network hardware. While configuring the network monitoring server, the server could authenticate but could not determine the specific status of the hardware. Which of the following would the administrator most likely do to resolve the issue?

Options

AUse the public community string
BImport the appropriate MIB
CSet up a switchport analyzer and forward traffic
DConfigure SNMPv3 privacy

How the community answered

(57 responses)

A
18% (10)
B
70% (40)
C
4% (2)
D
9% (5)

Explanation

MIBs (Management Information Bases) define the variables and objects that SNMP can query on a device. If the monitoring server authenticates but cannot interpret the data, it likely lacks the correct MIB for that vendor or model. Importing the proper MIB allows the monitoring server to correctly display device status and metrics.

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