Create a Delete Log Task

The recommended way to delete logs is to set up a Delete Log Task.

In an emergency, you can also delete some of the log files from the Log Server (the default location for logs is in the <installation directory>/data/storage folder).

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Steps

  1. Select Configuration, then browse to Administration.
  2. Browse to Tasks.
  3. Right-click Tasks, then select New > Delete Log Task.
  4. Configure the settings.
  5. Select the server from which the logs are deleted, then click Add.

Delete Log Task Properties dialog box

Use this dialog box to delete log data.

Option Definition
General tab
Name Specifies the element name.
Comment An optional comment for your own reference.
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 Deletion Select a filter to narrow the scope of the logs to be deleted.
Select Opens the Select Element dialog box.