MicroNet Technology MaxNAS manual Remote Notification Configuration, Event Logs, System Time

3-Administering the MaxNAS

5.1 Remote Notification Configuration

The MaxNAS features an SMTP manager and can send email notifications for various subsystem conditions in addition to the audible buzzer. The following table discuss each attribute’s descriptions.

Enable or Disable system beeper that beeps when a problem occurs.

Enable or Disable e-mail notification of system problems.

Enter your network’s SMTP server’s network IP address and port (commonly 25)

Set SMTP Authentication type and SMTP account ID and password (in both “Account Password” and “Confirm Account Password” fields.) This may be required to authenticate the MaxNAS to the SMTP server. Some SMTP servers do not require a user ID and password. Consult your network administrator for more information.

Set the sender address for the email alert

Recipients’ (up to 4) e-mail addresses for notification of system events.

When all desired options are entered click Apply . To verify your SMTP settings and connectivity functionality, click Test to generate a test email.

5.2 Event Logs

From the System menu, choose the Logs item and the System Logs screen appears. This screen lets you configure and manage system logs which provide a history of system usage. A description of each item follows:

!IMPORTANT: The logs will display in a popup window. Make sure your browser allows popup windows for your MaxNAS session.

I<< < > >>I	Use these buttons to browse the log pages.
INFO	Provides all log information including warning messages and error messages.
WARN	Shows all warning messages and error messages only.
ERROR	Shows only error messages.
GO	Specify the number of lines per page and click Go.
Ascending	Shows logs by date in ascending order.
Descending	Shows logs by date in descending order.
Download Logs	Download the whole system log in a .tar.gz format. This file can then be forwarded to MicroNet
	Technical Support for troubleshooting.

5.3 System Time

To set the system time and date, navigate to “System” -> “Time” and the Time screen appears. Set the desired date, time, and time zone. When all desired options are entered, click Apply

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