In this recipe, we will configure NSX components logs to be sent to a syslog collector, view the logs via the console, and figure out how to download the tech support log. NSX Manager logs are extremely important during troubleshooting, and knowing where to get the appropriate log is crucial.
You will need to have the following access and configurations present before proceeding with this recipe:
- NSX Manager deployed
- Access to the NSX Manager appliance via a web client and CLI using either the console or SSH
- Syslog collector available for log shipment
This recipe is made up of three different parts, which are as follows:
- Configuring the NSX Manager Syslog
- Configuring the NSX controller node Syslog
- Configuring the NSX Edge Syslog