Adding a Local XpoLog Log

When there is a need for second layer of aggregation over a log it is possible to use this option and collect any digested log in XpoLog.

To add a local XpoLog log into your XpoLog system:

1. In Add Data pane click on Remote XpoLog. The Source and Collection Setting wizard opens.
   • To change a log source, near Source Type, click on the Change button.
2. In Log Path or Directory, click Browse to select the local path to the log.
3. Optionally, click on Collection Settings to define advanced settings for the Remote XpoLog log – Files Filters, and/or Regional Settings (see Configuring Advanced Log Settings).
4. Click Add Log. A progress box displays the status of the system as it scans the selected log. When the scan completes, the Patterns Administration Wizard screen opens.
5. Optionally, Apply patterns on the log data and save the log in XpoLog (see Applying Patterns on the Log).
   
6. Click Save – XpoLog applies an automated pattern on the incoming log. Log Collection Settings wizard opens.
7. Optionally, defining the basic information of the new log (see Setting Log General Information).
8. Click one of the following:
   Save & Close – XpoLog saves the new log and points to the logs tree. locate the log in the logs tree and enter the viewer in order to view the log.
   Save & Add Another – XpoLog saves the new log and points to Add Log screen so that you may another log.