Configure SNMP v2c Mode

STA only supports v2c mode to provide compatibility with legacy systems. Oracle does not recommend using v2c. Instead, use v3 for maximum security.

To configure the libraries and STA to use SNMP v2c:

1. Follow all procedures in Configure SNMP on the Libraries, except:
   • Replace Create an SNMP v3 User with Create an SNMP v2c User.
   • Replace Create the STA SNMP v3 Trap Recipient with Create the STA SNMP v2c Trap Recipient.
   • After completing all procedures in Configure SNMP on the Libraries, complete Enable SNMP v2c Mode for STA
2. Configure SNMP v2c on the STA server, see Configure SNMP on the STA Server.

When to Use v2c Mode

Only use v2c if a legacy system requires it. To use the media validation feature and to maximize security, you must use the SNMP v3 protocol.

The SNMP v2c protocol is less secure than SNMP v3. By default, STA does not have v2c enabled. However, if your legacy systems do not support SNMP v3 communication, you can enable and configure SNMP v2c mode for STA.