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The quick summary below will help you understand how SNMP v1, v2c, and v3 differ. This material is drawn from the SNMP Tutorial White Paper. That's recommended reading if you want to learn about SNMP quickly.
SNMPv1
SNMPv1 was the first version of SNMP. Although it accomplished its goal of being an open, standard protocol, it was found to be lacking in key areas for certain applications. Later versions have addressed many of these problems. Smaller RTUs commonly support SNMPv1.
SNMPv2C
SNMPv2c is a sub-version of SNMPv2. Its key advantage over previous versions is the Inform command. Unlike Traps, which are simply received by a manager, Informs are positively acknowledged with a response message. If a manager does not reply to an Inform, the SNMP agent will resend the Inform.
Other advantages include:
SNMP V3
SNMPv3 is the newest version of SNMP. Its primary feature is enhanced security.
The "EngineID" Identifier in SNMPv3 uniquely identifies each SNMP entity. Conflicts can occur if two SNMP entities have duplicate EngineID's. The EngineID is used to generate the key for authenticated messages.
SNMPv3 security comes primarily in 2 forms:
The NetGuardian 832A is one RTU that supports SNMPv3.
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