Configuring ACS in Wizard Mode > Step 6: System Log

Step 6: System Log
Selecting “Step 6: System Log” brings up a form for identifying one or more syslog servers to receive syslog messages generated by the ACS’ serial ports. Syslogging for IPDUs is also possible, if IPDU power management is configured. See IPDU Power Mgmt.
The form appears as shown in the following figure.
Wizard > Step 6: System Log
Note: To configure syslog with data buffering features for specific ports, switch to the Expert Mode, Ports > Physical Ports > Modify Selected Ports > Data Buffering.
Before setting up syslogging, make sure an pre-configured syslog server is available on the same network as the ACS. Obtain the following information from the syslog server’s administrator.
See Syslog Servers” on how facility numbers are used.
To Add a Syslog Server
This procedure assumes you have the following information:
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The System Log form displays.
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In the “New Syslog Server” field, enter the IP address of a syslog server, and then click the “Add” button. (Repeat this step until all syslog servers are listed.)
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To Delete a Syslog Server
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From the Syslog Server list, select the syslog server that you want to delete from the current facility location, and then select Delete.
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The subsequent modules shown below describe the Expert configuration mode in detail, introduces the menu elements in the “Expert” mode, and describe the underlying procedures.
 
 
 
 

Configuring ACS in Wizard Mode > Step 6: System Log