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46 Using Switch Logging
Switch logging is an event logging utility that is useful in maintaining and servicing the switch. Switch
logging uses a formatted string mechanism to either record or discard event data from switch applications.
The log records are copied to the output devices configured for the switch. Log records can be sent to a
text file and written into the flash file system. The log records can also be scrolled to the switch's console
or to a remote IP address.
Switch logging information can be customized and configured through Command Line Interface (CLI)
commands, WebView, and SNMP. Log information can be helpful in resolving configuration or
authentication issues, as well as general switch errors.
This chapter describes the switch logging feature, how to configure it and display switch logging
information through the Command Line Interface (CLI). CLI commands are used in the configuration
examples. For more details about the syntax of commands, see the OmniSwitch CLI Reference Guide.

In This Chapter

The following procedures are described:
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"Enabling Switch Logging" on page 46-6
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"Setting the Switch Logging Severity Level" on page 46-6
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"Specifying the Switch Logging Output Device" on page 46-9
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"Displaying Switch Logging Status" on page 46-10
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"Displaying Switch Logging Records" on page 46-12
Notes. Switch logging commands are not intended for use with low-level hardware and software
debugging. It is strongly recommended that you contact an Alcatel-Lucent Customer Service representa-
tive for assistance with debugging functions.
OmniSwitch AOS Release 6 Network Configuration Guide September 2009 page 46-1