This chapter provides a step-by-step guide to performing SNMP queries from anynode using Paessler SNMP Tester on Windows.

SNMP Queries Using Paessler SNMP Tester

This chapter explains how to perform SNMP queries to an anynode system using the Paessler SNMP Tester. This software is a free Windows tool from Paessler AG and can be downloaded from SNMP Tester. It is particularly useful for verifying connectivity, OID availability, and SNMP responses before integrating with monitoring systems like PRTG. .

Prerequisites

Before proceeding, make sure you have:

  • Downloaded and installed the Paessler SNMP Tester. Please uninstall the previous versions before you install a new one.

  • The target device's IP address (here: 10.1.11.9).

  • SNMP is enabled on the target anynode instance.

  • The community string (e.g., "public").

  • Knowledge of the OID(s) you want to query (or MIB-to-OID mapping tools if needed).

  • Configure SNMP Service to Accept Packets from Specific Hosts as described in the Windows Services list with SNMP Service. chapter.

Open the Services console:

  • Press Windows + R, type services.msc, and press Enter.

Locate and double-click the service named:

SNMP Service

Switch to the Security tab.

Screenshot: Windows Services with SNMP Service Properties Screenshot: Windows Services with SNMP Service Properties
Windows Services with SNMP Service Properties.

In the Accepted community names section:

In the "Accept SNMP packets from these hosts" section:

Select: Accept SNMP packets from these hosts

Click Add, then enter the IP address of your anynode instance, in our example this is:

10.1.11.9

Click on Ok.

Configuration in SNMP Tester (localhost)

Launch Paessler SNMP Tester.

Under the Set SNMP Settings section, enter the following:

  • IP-Address / DNS Name: The IP address of your anynode instance, in our example 10.1.11.9(IPv4 address)

  • SNMP Version: v2c

  • Port: 161

  • Community String: public

  • Timeout: default value

In the Select Request Type section:

  • Select Custom OID

  • Enter the OID you want to test.

Example: .1.3.6.1.4.1.42303.2.1.3.0

At Run Test, click Start to execute the query.

This output confirms that the SNMP agent at 10.1.11.9 responded successfully with a string value "4.13.96"—likely the current software version of the anynode instance.

Screenshot: SNMP query of the anynode version number with Paessler SNMP Tester. Screenshot: SNMP query of the anynode version number with Paessler SNMP Tester.
SNMP query of the anynode version number with Paessler SNMP Tester.

Converting the anynode MIB to OIDLIB Using Paessler MIB Importer

This chapter explains how to convert the anynode MIB file into an .oidlib file using the Paessler MIB Importer. This is free Windows software and can be downloaded at Paessler Website.

The .oidlib file format is required by PRTG Network Monitor and Paessler SNMP Tester to visualize, query, and manage SNMP data more efficiently

Prerequisites

Before starting the conversion process, ensure you have:

  • The official anynode MIB file (usually provided by TE-SYSTEMS). On Windows, the MIB file is located in the directory

    C:\Program Files\TE-SYSTEMS\anynode monitor\res

  • The latest version of the Paessler MIB Importer installed on your Windows system

  • A basic understanding of OIDs and SNMP trees.

Step-by-Step: Convert MIB to OIDLIB

Launch Paessler MIB Importer

Start the application from the Start menu or desktop shortcut.

Screenshot: Passler MIB Importer with Import MIB file function. Screenshot: Passler MIB Importer with Import MIB file function.
Passler MIB Importer with Import MIB file function.

Load the MIB File

Click “File” > “Import MIB File”

Browse to the location of your anynode.mib file.

C:\Program Files\TE-SYSTEMS\anynode monitor\res

Click Open.

View Parsed OIDs

The tool will parse the MIB and display a tree structure of all available OIDs

You can expand branches to explore sub-elements.

Screenshot: Paessler MIB Importer with imported anynode MIB file Screenshot: Paessler MIB Importer with imported anynode MIB file
Paessler MIB Importer with imported anynode MIB file.

Save as OIDLIB File

Once the MIB is successfully parsed, click:

File > Save Complete OIDLib.

Choose a location and filename, e.g., anynode.oidlib

Click Save

Save for PRTG Network Monitor

If you have PRTG Network Monitor already installed:

Once the MIB is successfully parsed, click:

File > Save for PRTG Network Monitor

This will save the anynode.oid.lib in the correct PRTG SNMPLIBS folder.

C:\Program Files (x86)\PRTG Network Monitor\snmplibs

Choose a filename, e.g., anynode.oidlib

Click Save.

Result

You now have a compiled .oidlib file, which:

  • Can be loaded into PRTG to create custom SNMP sensors.

  • Can be used with Paessler SNMP Tester for manual OID browsing and testing. Open the file with Scan OIDLIB

  • Offers faster access to the most relevant anynode OIDs in a structured format.

Recommendations for Managing anynode OID Libraries

  • Versioning: Keep track of which anynode version the MIB refers to. MIBs can change across software releases.

  • Naming Convention: Use clear file names, e.g., anynode_v4.13.96.oidlib.

  • Documentation: Note any non-standard or custom OIDs that are especially relevant for your monitoring setup (e.g., SIP channel usage, license status, etc.).