The Sensors Status screen displays all the network sensors that are currently defined in the Server. You can find it under Settings
For each sensor, its status is displayed as well as its version (if available) and the timestamp in which this sensor has been checked.
Sensor Statuses
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The sensor is operational and responsive, and data is being captured |
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The sensor is not accessible from the Server |
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The sensor is paused and is not collecting data |
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The sensor is operational and responsive but has not detected any traffic during the last 5 minutes. |
Sensor Management Actions
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Configure |
Add a manually deployed sensor/download the files for manual deployment |
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Delete |
Delete the definition of this sensor from the server Note: This action would remove its definition without uninstalling the sensor software so it can be re-defined for future use |
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Check Status |
Test the connection to the sensor. If the sensor is available, then the details about its operating system and version are updated |
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Properties |
Show sensor configuration |
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Restart |
Restarts the sensor service |
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Upgrade |
Remote upgrades a sensor. This action requires authentication. Available only for Linux sensors (including the Virtual Appliance) |
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Debug Info |
Show information about the sensor collection status |
Define a New Sensor
To define a new sensor, go to select the Configure button.
The Configure Sensor dialog appears.
In the Host Name field, enter the name or IP address of a server on which a Sensor has been installed.
In the Name field, it is possible to add a display name for the newly defined sensor.
If using a port other than the default port (9545), specify the port number in the Port field. If SSL-encrypted communication between the Server and the Network Sensor is required and has been configured in the Network Sensor installation, then select the Use SSL checkbox.
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