# Configuring SNMPv3 using EDM

The Ethernet Routing Switch 5000 Series allows for configuration of SNMPv3 using the EDM or ACLI.

The SNMP agent supports exchanges using SNMPv1, SNMPv2c and SNMPv3.

Support for SNMPv2c introduces a standards-based GetBulk retrieval capability using SNMPv1 communities.

SNMPv3 support introduces industrial-grade user authentication and message security. This includes MD5 and SHA-based user authentication and message integrity verification, as well as AES- and DES-based privacy encryption.

## Prerequisites

- You must configure views and users using ACLI before SNMPv3 can be used. For more information, see Configuring SNMP using ACLI in Configuration — Security Avaya Ethernet Routing Switch 5000 Series (NN47200-501).

- Ensure you have the secure version of the software image installed on your switch.