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Using the snmp write lock switch – B&B Electronics 850-10953-DC - Manual User Manual

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The switch has two settings. OFF is the normal operating position and ON is the
locked position.

IMPORTANT USAGE INFORMATION

Leave the SNMP Write Lock switch in the OFF position during day-to-day operation.
ONLY move the switch to the

ON position when changing the SNMP management

board.

The SNMP management module can be removed and replaced when necessary. A
saved firmware file can be uploaded to the second SNMP module to retain
configuration settings. Make sure that the SNMP Write Lock switch is set to the ON
position. Save the firmware file periodically in case there is a need to replace the
SNMP management module (refer to the About Serial Port Configuration section for
more information).

When the management module is removed while the SNMP Write Lock switch is set
to OFF, the application module configurations revert to dip switch settings. Make
sure the dip switches are set to the same configuration as the SNMP management.
Re-installing the same management module will return the application modules to
the SNMP management configuration. Installing a new management module when
the switch is set to OFF will cause the installed application modules to use the
management settings of the new module. Make sure to always reconfigure
application modules when moving them from one chassis to another.

Using the SNMP Write Lock Switch

To lock the SNMP module settings by using the SNMP Lock Switch, perform the
following:

1. Set the SNMP Write Lock switch to OFF.

2. After configuring all application module settings by using SNMP, use iConfig to

make a backup copy of the SNMP management module firmware.

NOTE

These first two steps are typically performed during initial installation.

3. To replace the SNMP management module, first set the SNMP Write Lock

switch to ON.

4. Remove the old SNMP management module and replace it with another SNMP

module.

5. Access the SNMP management module using iConfig. Select the Administration

tab and click on List Tasks. Highlight Flashsav and click the Terminate button.

6. Update the new board with the firmware backup made in step 2.