KSS NG 1.0 release notes
Release date: October 18, 2023
Learn more
- For information about requirements, see KSS NG system requirements.
- For information about working with KSS NG, see the KSS NG 1.0 Administrator Guide.
New features and improvements in KSS NG
A new generation with .NET
Kiwi Syslog Server NG is a new generation of Kiwi Syslog Server that implements the .NET framework for a more efficient and reliable user experience.
New web-based UI
The Kiwi Syslog Server NG UI has been overhauled and replaced with a new web-based UI. This new web-based UI removes the previous limitations for users with differing privileges and uses role-based access control. Both administrator and standard users can utilize Kiwi Syslog Server NG without requiring separate applications.
New customizable dashboard
Kiwi Syslog Server NG includes a new customizable dashboard. Users can configure the dashboard to focus information into one view with events, lists, and statistical charts. Users can add new widgets based on message volume, stacked message volume, severity distribution, top hosts, counters, and events.
Events filtering
The Events filters have been enhanced to improve user experience.
Migrate legacy rules to Kiwi Syslog Server NG
Migrate rules from your legacy KSS environment to KSS NG using a new migration tool available in Settings. To set up your migration, see Migrate rules to KSS NG.
Installation or upgrade
For new installations, you can download the installation file from the product page or the Customer Portal.
For information about how to install Kiwi Syslog Server NG, see the KSS NG Install Guide.
Kiwi Syslog Server NG is a separate application from the legacy version of Kiwi Syslog Server. If you installed the legacy version of Kiwi Syslog Server, you must either uninstall it or stop the KSS server before installing Kiwi Syslog Server NG. Legacy Kiwi Syslog Server and Kiwi Syslog Server NG cannot run on the same machine because they use the same listening ports.
End of life
| Version | EoL annoucement | EoE effective date | EoL effective date |
|---|---|---|---|
| KSS 9.8.1 and earlier | July 18, 2023 | August 18, 2023 | August 18, 2024 |
See the End of Life Policy for information about SolarWinds product life cycle phases. For supported versions and EoL announcements for Kiwi Syslog Server NG, see KSS release history.
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