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TASK 3: Enable RMON on devices
1 Access the device’s configuration interface.
2 Enable RMON functionality on interfaces or VLANs that need to be monitored.
3 Specify RMON groups and parameters based on monitoring requirements.
Configure RMON Probes (For RMON2):

1 Install RMON2 probe software on devices capable of running probe applications.
2 Configure probes to monitor specific network segments or traffic types.
Define RMON Groups and Alarms:
1 Determine which RMON groups (Hosts, Matrix, Filters, etc.) are needed for monitoring.
2 Configure RMON groups to collect and analyze relevant statistics (e.g., packet counts, errors, protocol
distribution).
3 Set up alarms and thresholds for triggering notifications or actions based on predefined criteria.
Monitor and Analyze Data:

1 Use SNMP management tools or dedicated RMON management software to access and analyze collected
data.
2 Monitor network performance, identify trends, and troubleshoot issues using RMON statistics and reports.
Fine-Tune Configuration:

1 Periodically review RMON configurations and adjust parameters as needed based on network changes or
performance requirements.
2 Optimize RMON filters and alarms to focus on critical network metrics and reduce unnecessary overhead.

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