What is SNMP Protocol and How it works? Best Explained 2023

There are so many networking devices such as routers, switches, gateways, etc. that aid the proper functioning of a network. In fact, big organizations even have their own private networks to allow computers to communicate with each other.

But what if any network devices stop functioning efficiently or become ‘faulty’? There needs to be a system that keeps a check on the proper functioning of the network devices.

The Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) exactly does that. It monitors any faults in the network or network devices. By detecting the network defaults, it makes the user aware of what is wrong with the network.

Note: If you haven’t read the previous blog of our CCNA 200-301 series, I highly recommend you do so.

In this blog, we will learn about the SNMP protocol and how it works. We will also learn the uses of the SNMP Protocol. Let us begin learning!