Syslog Messages by Host Test
This test periodically checks the Syslog file for specific patterns of error/warning messages configured by administrator and reports the number of messages that match each configured pattern. This way, administrator is alerted to the specific errors/warnings of his/her interest and enabled to initiate the necessary remedial actions swiftly.
Target of the test : eG Syslog server
Agent deploying the test : An internal agent
Outputs of the test : One set of results for the every patternName configured in the Include Patterns text box
| Measurement | Description | Measurement Unit | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Number of Messages |
Indicates the number of messages in the specified Syslog file that matched this pattern. |
Number |
The detailed diagnosis of this measure reveals the host IP, the time stamp and the log message. |
