SEM Getting Started Guide
Use SEM to collect and normalize log data generated across an entire network into one central location, identify patterns, view live events in real time, and more.
To get started with IPAM, complete the following tasks.
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Install SolarWindsSEM. Use the SolarWinds Installer to install SEM. This is an all-in-one application that provides an easy-to-follow installation path for your environment, and guides you through every product installation and upgrade for your SEM product. |
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Log in to the SEM Console. Log in to the console to view your dashboard and events, and to create monitoring rules or configure the SEM Console. |
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Determine which logs to monitor in SEM. Decide which logs you want to monitor to prevent becoming overwhelmed by too much log data being sent to SEM. |
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Configure your devices to send events to SEM. Once you identify the log files you want to monitor, you will need to configure the devices to send log data of interest. |
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Verify events are being sent to SEM. Use the check logs tool to confirm SEM is receiving the expected data. |
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Configure an agent in SEM. Install a SEM agent on workstations and servers to collect log data before it is sent to SEM. |
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Add a syslog device to SEM. Add a syslog device, selecting a connector to normalize log data so it can be compared with logs from other vendor devices. |
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Navigate the SEM Console. After SEM is receiving log data, use the SEM Console to search, view, and filter the data. |
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Take advantage of additional resources.
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