If an SNMP device uses Access Control Lists (ACLs), what is required for successful communication with the MID Server?

When an SNMP device utilizes Access Control Lists (ACLs), it restricts network access to only those IP addresses that are explicitly permitted. To ensure that the MID Server can successfully communicate with the SNMP device, it is necessary to add the IP address of the MID Server to the SNMP access control list of the device. This allows the MID Server to send and receive SNMP messages, which is crucial for effective discovery and inventory management.

By explicitly adding the MID Server's IP address to the ACL, it ensures that the necessary communication is permitted, thus maintaining security while allowing for proper network functionality. This integration is pivotal for the Discovery process to gather accurate data from the SNMP device.