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If the browser is configured with the correct SNMP community string (the protocol's password metric, such as "public" or a custom read-only string), it queries the device’s Management Information Base (MIB). This query extracts specific system variables, including the device manufacturer, operating system, and system uptime. 3. Name Resolution and Port Scanning SNMP MIB Browser tool - SolarWinds Documentation ip network browser