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Configuring SNMP Service Properties

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    To configure SNMP service properties on recipients’ computers:

    1. Install a standard Microsoft SNMP agent from the Microsoft Windows distribution on the computer.
    2. From the Start menu, select Control Panel > Administrative Tools > Services.
    3. Double-click SNMP Service to open the SNMP Service Properties window.
    4. Click the Traps tab.
    5. Add the public string to the Community name list and name of the necessary host to the Trap destinations list.
    6. Click the Security tab.
    7. Make sure the Send authentication trap check box is selected.
    8. Add a public string to the Accepted community names list.
    9. Select the Accept SNMP packets from any hosts check box.
    10. Click OK to save changes.