Either periodically, or when the log file reaches a specified size, the system creates a backup (rotation) file and then creates a new file to collect a new set of console data. The file rotation is seamless with no data loss as the system copies from one file to another.As administrator, you have the options to manually compress and rotate the log file, archive it, and then open a new file to accept new logs.
1. From the appropriate list form, click on the console name or device name, and then click the “EDIT” option.You can also set the log rotation to be automatically performed on a daily, weekly, or monthly basis. To set the system to automatically initiate log rotation on a regular basis, perform the following steps:
1. From the appropriate list form, click on the console name or device name, and then click the “EDIT” option.
a. Rotate by frequency:
Exception: file size > 2000 MBytes triggers auto rotation.
4. You can optionally select the checkbox to compress the log file after a rotation has taken place.Note: IPMI is a paid-for option for AlterPath Manager users. The feature is hidden from users who do not need it.Copy the IPMI license file that you purchased from Cyclades into the following directory on your APM:Caution: Licenses (except for factory default licenses) must be reinstalled after you recreate the system partition or after you run the “installimg” command.
If you want to preserve your licenses before you recreate a system partition or before you run “installimg,” you can edit the file “/etc/files.list” and add your license file name to the list of files. Be sure to use the full path of each license file name you enter into this file. For example if the name of the license file you are adding is “APM_B_IPMI.enc” you should enter the full path name:
Be sure to follow up with the “saveconf” command. It is also a good idea to save a copy of each license file on a server that can be accessed by your APM, just to be extra safe.
If at any time you run “defconf” the file, “/etc/files.list” will revert back to its original state, and you will need to reinstall your license.