Define how log data is archived

You can define where the archived data is stored, and how the source data is handled after it has been copied to the target location.

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Steps

In the Archive Log Task properties, switch to the Operation tab.
(Optional) Select Filter for Copying.
In the Source Data Deletion section, select whether the data to be archived is kept in active storage after it has been copied to the target location. You can also select that the task removes some other data from the active storage. For example, the archive operation can copy important logs from within the time range and then clear the active storage of all logs within the time range.
- To delete the archived data from the active storage, select the Delete Source Data option.
- To delete other data from active storage, select the Delete Other Data option and optionally a log filter for deleting the other data.
Select the Archive Target Directory from the list. The directory is determined in the Log Server’s configuration file (LogServerConfiguration.txt).
Click OK.
The task appears under Task Definitions in the Tasks branch of the Administration tree. You can run the task either manually or according to a fixed schedule.

Use this dialog box to archive log data.

Option	Definition
General tab
Name	Specifies the element name.
Servers	Select from the available servers.
Search	Enter a search parameter to locate a server. Clicking X removes the search field.
Up	Navigates up one level in the navigation hierarchy. Not available at the top level of the navigation hierarchy.
Tools	New — Creates an element of the specified type. Show Deleted Elements — Shows elements that have been moved to the Trash.
Add	Adds the selected server to the Target list.
Remove	Removes the selected server from Target list.
Target	Shows the servers that you have selected.

Option	Definition
Task tab
Target Data	Select the type of log data to archive.
Time Range	Specifies the time range of the log entries. You have several options to limit the time range. For example, select Absolute Time Range in the Time Range list and define the Start and End Time.
Script to Execute After the Task	The Log Server triggers this script after completing the task.

Option	Definition
Operation tab
Filter for Copying	Select a filter to narrow the scope of the logs to be archived.
Select	Opens the Select Element dialog box.
Source Data Deletion
Delete Source Data	Deletes the archived data from the active storage.
Delete Other Data	Deletes some other data from active storage while you archive data.
Select	Opens the Select Element dialog box.
Archive Target Directory	Select from the available directories. The directory is determined in the Log Server's configuration file.