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SSH Shell Template

The SSH Shell Template enables you to check the availability of an SSH server and run SSH shell scripts. This template is typically used by systems administrators to validate the SSH server connectivity and run SSH scripts.

SSH server connection parameters as set via the Host Properties | SFTP Tab.
For more information see: SFTP Properties

How to configure the SSH Shell Template:

  • From the Menu Bar, select File | New. The Create New Object View displays.
  • From the Create New Object View, expand Templates | Network and Application Monitors then select SSH Shell. The New Template Properties View displays.
  • The Template Properties view contains 3 tabs.

The Options Tab

  • Use the Host drop-down to select the server you would like to monitor.
    Once selected, the server is automatically assigned to this template.
  • Use the Terminal name text box to specify the terminal name (e.g. xterm or VT100).
  • Use the Columns text box to specify the terminal width in columns.
  • Use the Rows text box to specify the terminal height in rows.
  • Use the Width text box to specify the terminal width in pixels.
  • Use the Height text box to specify the terminal height in pixels.
  • Use the Buffer size text box to specify the buffer size.
  • Use the Timeout text box to specify the time to wait for the command-prompt.
  • Use the Commands controls to specify each command to execute.
    • Use the Command text box to specify the command to execute (e.g. tar -cvf AuditLogs.tar /etc/security/audit_event).
    • Use the Response text box to specify the answer to a command's question (e.g. your password).
      Response values are encrypted using FIPS compliant AES encryption.
    • Use the Timeout text box to specify the time to wait for the command-prompt after each command and response.
    • Use the Up and Down buttons to change the order of commands.

  • Click the Test button to verify the template is configured property and the monitor executes as expected.
  • Finally, select the General Tab, then click the click the Auto-Generate Name button to auto-generate a name based on the configured settings.

Related Topics

Network and Application Monitor Templates