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CHAPTER 2: OVERVIEW
2.9 SYSLOG MONITORING
The complete logging of the Compact KVM Matrix Switch activities, switching operations and surveillance of the function
of critical components such as fans or power supply units takes place in this menu.
You have the following option to access the menu:
To start Syslog Monitoring, proceed as follows:
Select the Monitoring symbol in the symbol bar.
FIGURE 2-28. MONITORING—SYSLOG
Logging of system activities starts when the Monitoring menu is opened and remains active until the tab is closed.
NOTE: Syslog messages are transmitted via UDP. Therefore, port 514 within the used network should not be blocked,
e.g. by a firewall.
During logging, the activities are written continuously into logging files and stored locally. This process can be set
with various options.
