Chapter 4 Trace

Trace Level Options

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Trace Level Options

A trace file is a log file that records activity from the Cisco CRS component subsystems and steps. Trace files let you obtain specific, detailed information about the system that can help you troubleshoot problems.

The Cisco CRS system can generate trace information for every subfacility. This information is stored in an engine trace file. To help you control the size of an engine trace file, you specify the subfacilities for which you want to collect information and the level of information that you want to collect.

The Cisco CRS system also generates information about all threads that are running on the system. This information is stored in the thread dump trace file and is useful for troubleshooting.

A trace file that records all information for a component, such as the Cisco CRS Engine, can become large and difficult to read. To help you manage the trace file, the Cisco CRS system lets you specify the subfacilities for which you want to record information. These subfacilities are shown in the following table.

For each subfacility, you can select a trace level of Debugging, Alarm Tracing, both selections, or no selections. These selections specify the messages that the system sends to a trace file. Table 4-1shows the effect of each trace level settings. For an explanation of message severity levels, see Cisco CRS Alarm Service, page 3-1.

Table 4-1

Messages Sent to a Trace File

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Severity Level of

 

Selection

 

Messages Sent

Explanation

 

 

 

 

Debugging

 

0, 1, 2, 3, 7

Sends detailed, verbose information. To be used

 

 

 

primarily for debugging and troubleshooting.

 

 

 

 

Alarm Tracing

 

0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

Sends messages of all severity levels except

 

 

 

detailed debugging information.

 

 

 

Debugging and Alarm

0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Sends messages of all severity levels.

Tracing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

No selections

 

0, 1, 2, 3

Sends high-priority notifications, errors, and

 

 

 

alerts.

 

 

 

 

The Trace Configuration pane groups trace level options into these lists:

•Active trace level options—Facilities and subfacilities that are running on your system

•Inactive trace level options—Facilities and subfacilities that are not running on your system

If you make a change under an active facility, the trace file will reflect your change immediately. If you make a change under an inactive subfacility, the change will take effect when the subfacility becomes active.

Warning Level 7 traces are debug only and do not reflect a system issue.

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5.0(1) specifications

Cisco Systems 5.0(1) marks a significant development in the realm of networking technology, providing an upgraded platform designed to accommodate the ever-evolving demands of modern enterprises. This version is characterized by its robust set of features and cutting-edge technologies, enabling organizations to optimize their network performance, streamline operations, and enhance security.

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