Network Management

Store large number of syslogs, traps or logs for auditing in NPM

This article provides brief information on storing a large number of syslog, traps or logs for auditing for a period of more than one year, and then running the report later on.

First published date

11/1/2018 9:30 PM

Last published date

1/19/2021 6:30 PM

Overview

The need to store a large number of syslog, traps or logs for auditing for a period of more than one year, and potentially using that data for reporting at a later date.
 

The Network Performance Monitor module is not meant for long term storage of syslog, traps, or logs.
The default storage for syslog and traps is 7 days. The primary functionality of NPM is to be able to receive traps and syslogs for alerting, troubleshooting and reporting purposes within that time frame.
 

Product section

Network Performance Monitor

Resolution

SolarWinds recommends using a more powerful appliance for more demanding environments:

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