MIBs are used to convert symbolic names to numerical object identifiers (OIDs).Ĭlicking on the Loaded MIBs tab will show the list of MIB files currently installed and loaded on your system. The information available from an SNMP capable device is described in a structured file called a MIB (Managed Information Base). In the AirPort example above, suppose you wanted to get more detailed information from your AirPort Base Station such as information about connected users or interface traffic statistics. While you can issue similar commands from a terminal, the tool makes it easier to verify SNMP settings by prompting you for the necessary information, remembering your parameters, and allowing you to browse the loaded MIB Tree.
The tool performs an 'snmpwalk' as shown and displays the response if any. The SNMP Tool allows you to verify SNMP operation by retrieving information from SNMP enabled devices such as an AirPort Base Station.
