Configure devices to send messages to KSS NG

To receive messages from a syslog-capable device, configure the device to send syslog messages to the appropriate port on the computer where Kiwi Syslog Server NG (KSS NG) is installed.

KSS NG automatically listens for UDP messages on port 514. This is the default port for devices sending syslog messages as defined by the RFC standard 3164.

You can configure KSS NG to listen for UDP messages on a different port. You can also enable KSS NG to listen for TCP messages, secure TCP (TLS) messages, and SNMP traps.

For information about configuring a specific device, see documentation from the device manufacturer. You can also reviewan example of configuring a Cisco switch.

Message logging must be enabled on the device. On many devices that generate syslog messages, logging is enabled by default.

If you have configured devices but KSS NG is not displaying messages, see troubleshooting tips.