4 –
A
4.4
The Interfaces Table
The Interfaces table contains information on the entity's interfaces. Each interface is thought of as being attached to a `subnetwork'. This term should not be confused with `subnet' which refers to an addressing partitioning scheme used in the Internet suite of protocols.
ifIndex (1.3.6.1.2.1.2.2.1.1)
A unique value for each interface. Its value ranges between 1 and the value of ifNumber. The value for each interface must remain constant at least from one re- initialization of the entity's network management system to the next
Syntax
INTEGER
Access
Status
mandatory
ifDescr (1.3.6.1.2.1.2.2.1.2)
A textual string containing information about the interface. This string should include the name of the manufacturer, the product name, and the version of the hardware interface.
Syntax
DisplayString (SIZE (0..255))
Access
Status
mandatory
ifType (1.3.6.1.2.1.2.2.1.3)
The type of interface distinguished according to the physical/link protocol(s) immediately `below' the network layer in the protocol stack.
Syntax
INTEGER
Access
Status
mandatory
