Inode Cache Test
This test monitors the size of the inode cache and the cache hit ratio. Based on these metrics, the inode cache can be configured for optimal performance. This test is disabled by default.
This test is disabled by default. To enable the test, go to the enable / disable tests page using the menu sequence : Agents -> Tests -> Enable/Disable, pick the desired Component type, set Performance as the Test type, choose the test from the DISABLED TESTS list, and click on the << button to move the test to the ENABLED TESTS list. Finally, click the Update button.
Target of the test : A Solaris
Agent deploying the test : An internal agent
Outputs of the test : One set of results for every server being monitored
Parameter | Description |
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Test Period |
How often should the test be executed. |
Host |
The host for which the test is to be configured. |
Measurement | Description | Measurement Unit | Interpretation |
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Current size: |
Indicates the current size of the Inode cache. |
Number |
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Max size: |
Indicates the maximum size allowed for the Inode cache. |
Number |
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Cache hits: |
Indicates the number of hits during lookups to the Inode cache in the last measurement period. |
Number |
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Cache misses: |
Indicates the number of misses during lookups to the Inode cache in the last measurement period. |
Number |
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Cache hit ratio: |
Indicates the ratio of hits to total lookups to the inode cache in the last measurement period. |
Percent |
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