Event Logs

A number of events related to the daily operation of the server can be tracked using the SunLink Server Manager event logs (see Chapter 3, Configuring and Managing SunLink Server Software). These events are maintained in one of three event logs: system, security, and application. Administrators should develop and implement an event logging policy and include a review of event logs as a regular part of troubleshooting activities.

Administrators will find it particularly useful to characterize the typical use of the server by manipulating event log data using a spreadsheet or word processing program. You can use this approach to generate a standard operating profile of the server and to predict trends in server usage.

You can also view event logs by using the elfread command. For more information, type man elfread at the SunLink Server command prompt.