NXLog Agent Reference Manual

Welcome to the NXLog Agent documentation!

NXLog Agent is a telemetry data collector and forwarder capable of processing high volumes of data. It supports filtering, normalizing, correlating, and converting data between different formats. Additionally, it provides features for scheduling tasks, rotating log files, buffering, and pattern-matching. NXLog Agent uses a modular architecture, so you only need to load the input, output, and extension modules that you need.

Here, you can learn how to install and configure NXLog Agent and access a complete technical reference for NXLog Agent modules.

We’ve split our documentation into the following sections, each focusing on a particular area of the product.

Installation

NXLog Agent system requirements and installation guides for various operating systems.

Configuration

Explains the NXLog Agent configuration building blocks and lists global and common configuration settings.

NXLog language

Lists the expressions, statements, and functions available in the NXLog language.

NXLog Agent modules

A complete reference of NXLog Agent modules and their configuration settings, fields, functions, and procedures.

Troubleshooting

Provides solutions to common NXLog Agent issues and troubleshooting tips and tricks.

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