Specifications

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System and Port Logging
Introduction
The SERIMUX provides four options for saving system and port logs. The options are: a syslog server, NFS server, compact-flash
card, and the SERIMUX memory. When memory is selected as the storage location, log files are saved to volatile memory,
meaning files are lost when the power is turned off. To use a syslog server, an NFS server, or a compact-flash card, the user must
first enable the devices and enter the required information. Compact-flash cards must be installed before they can be enabled and
configured for logging purposes. System logs track events such as logins, authentication failures, system configuration changes,
and more. Port logs on the other hand document the data flow through the serial ports. Locations for viewing the system and port
logs is outlined in this chapter.
Enabling System Logging Services
Enable Syslog Server
To enable the SERIMUX for system or port logging on a syslog server, do the following:
1. Access the web interface.
2. Under the Network heading, choose SYSLOG server configuration.
3. Choose Enabled.
4. Enter the IP address of the primary and secondary (if applicable) syslog server and select the syslog facility from the drop down
menu.
5. Choose Save & apply.
Figure 25- SYSLOG server configuration menu
Enable NFS Server
Log data can also be saved to an NFS server, but the NFS server must be configured with read and write privileges. To use an
NFS server, the user must specify the NFS server’s IP address and its mounting path. To enable the NFS server for port or
system logging, do the following:
1. Access the web interface.
2. Under the Network heading, choose NFS server configuration.
3. Choose Enabled.
4. Enter the IP address of the primary and secondary (if applicable) NFS server and the mounting path of each.
5. Choose Save & apply.
System and Port Logging