Setting parameter thresholds

This procedure describes how to set parameter thresholds using the PATROL KM for Event Management.

Setting thresholds using the PATROL KM for Event Management

When you set parameter thresholds using the PATROL KM for Event Management, the thresholds are stored in agent configuration variables, not in the KM files. This feature makes upgrades easier since thresholds are stored externally to the KM files. It also allows you to define the settings on one agent and use the PATROL Configuration Manager to deploy the settings throughout your environment.

In addition, if a KM is committed to an agent whose thresholds are being set through the PATROL KM for Event Management, the thresholds stored in the agent configuration variables are reapplied to the agent. This action prevents the PATROL KM for Event Management thresholds from being overwritten.

When you make thresholds changes using the PATROL KM for Event Management, these changes are not reflected in the console display because the changes are made at the agent and not in the console KM files.

Before you begin

To set parameter thresholds through the PATROL KM for Event Management, the parameter must be active. If the parameter is not active, it is not shown in the list of selectable parameters.

To set parameter thresholds

1.   Access the host KM menu commands as described in Accessing KM Menu Commands.

2.   Choose the KM menu command Event Management > Parameter Settings > Thresholds.

3.   Choose the application class, instance, and parameter.

4.   From the CONFIGURE-THRESHOLDS-dialog-box, select the parameter thresholds.

5.   To save your settings, click Accept.