Documentation forKiwi Syslog Server

Import and export configuration to KSS NG

Rules and settings in KSS NG can be exported into a backup file and imported on any machine.

To export your configuration:

  1. Navigate to Settings > Import, Export and Migration > Export.

  2. Enter a file name for your backup. Do not include an extension. The system will automatically append the appropriate extension, *.kssngbackup. The file will be created in the Backup directory in ProgramData\Solarwinds\KiwiSyslogService\.

  3. Enter and confirm a password.

  4. Once all fields are valid, select Export Configuration.

To import your configuration:

  1. Navigate to Settings > Import, Export and Migration > Import.

  2. Select Browse file to choose a backup file from your local machine.

  3. Enter the password used during the export process to decrypt the file.

  4. Once the backup has been restored, KSS NG must be restarted for the changes to take effect.