Setting the logging level

You can specify the level of information that is recorded for the Flow Log via the Flow Settings dialog.

Note: The logging level that you specify on the Flow Settings dialog determines the level of data that Flow Monitor records, whereas the logging level that you specify on the Flow Log report page determines the level of data displayed within the report.

Important: Keep in mind that if you choose the Normal or Errors Only levels, you will not be able to view the Verbose level from the Flow Log report page.

To set the Flow Monitor logging level:

1. From any workspace view or report in the web interface, select GO. The GO menu appears.
2. If the Flow Monitor section is not visible, click Flow Monitor. The Flow section of the GO menu appears.
3. Select Configure > Flow Settings. The Flow Settings dialog appears.
4. Under General, select the Log level.
   • Normal. Select this option to record errors and some general event information.
   • Verbose Logging. Select this option to record more detailed information than normal logging. This option can create a large number of records and may be resource intensive; it is only recommended for use while troubleshooting issues.
   • Errors Only. Select this option to record only events that register as errors.
5. Click OK to save changes.

See Also Configuring WhatsUp Flow Monitor Flow Monitor Sources Monitoring traffic on non-standard ports Classifying traffic that is considered unclassified Configuring data roll-up intervals Managing users and user rights Backing up and restoring the Flow Monitor databases Stopping or restarting the collector Using Flow Groups