A manaGEd object that is defined in a {ManaGEment Information Base} (MIB). The object is defined by a textual name and a corresponding object identifier, a syntax, an access mode, a status, and a description of the semantics of the manaGEd object. The MIB Variable contains pertinent manaGEment information that is accessible as defined by the access mode. (1995-03-22)