Configuring NetSaint


Configuration Overview

Configuring NetSaint is done by editing two files - the "main" configuration file and the "host" configuration file. The host configuration file also contains host group, contact, contact group, service check command, notification command, and service definitions.

Main Configuration File

Documentation for the main configuration file can be found here. A sample main configuration file is generated automatically when you run the configure script before compiling the binaries. Look for it either in the distribution directory or the etc/ subdirectory of your installation. The default name of the main configuration file is netsaint.cfg.

Host Configuration File

Documentation for the host configuration file can be found here. A sample host configuration file is generated automatically when you run the configure script before compiling the binaries. Look for it either in the distribution directory or the etc/ subdirectory of your installation. The default name of the host configuration file is hosts.cfg. The "host" configuration file is where you define hosts, host groups, contacts, contact groups, commands, time periods, and services.

Where To Go From Here

Once you configure NetSaint to your liking you will need to verify the data you entered before starting to monitor anything!