Update MIB definitions without overwriting custom event mappings
Article ID: 426869
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Issue/Introduction
We got new MiB file to upload in Spectrum. We have configured lot of alerts based on OID in this MiB file.
If we upload new version of that MiB file , will this existing customization persist as is ?
Can we revert to original state if new MiB not worked as expected ?
Environment
All Supported Releases
Resolution
STEPS:
- PERFORM PRE-ACTIVITY BACKUP
Backup the following directories and files to ensure a recovery point:
Path: /usr/Spectrum/MiBdatabase ․
Path: /usr/Spectrum/Events ․
Path: $SPECROOT/custom/Events ․
EXPECTED: Backups are secured and can be used to revert if the activity fails ․
- COMPILE THE MIB FILE
Use the MIB Tools to compile the new file. This action updates the internal dictionary Spectrum uses to read OIDs ․
EXPECTED: Text definitions are updated without affecting existing event logic ․
- MANAGE TRAP MAPPING CAUTIOUSLY
Only use the "Map" function in MIB Tools if there are new traps in the MIB that require support ․
WARNING: Using the Map function for traps already configured will overwrite existing custom event mappings ․
Additional Information
Use the backup files to restore configuration in case of issues.
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