[j-nsp] SNMP on logical-system fxp0

[Saku Ytti]

On (2013-04-25 10:55 -0400), Brandon Ross wrote:
 
> I'm not sure why we are suddenly debating the benefits and drawbacks
> of RS232.  The two interface types are there for very different
> reasons.

Done right, you'd need one MGMT interface, and ethernet is obvious
solution.

> That essentially what we are talking about.  Connect fxp0 to a
> SEPARATE switch that is used for only out of band traffic.  You then
> use this network to copy images, etc.  What am I missing here?

What are you winning by not doing this on-band in HW interface?

> Sure you can, I've done it, others here have said they've done it.
> Assuming the OOB network is well protected from outside traffic to
> avoid attacks and the like, why not?

Additional ports, wiring.

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