This document describes how to migrate and import Nagios Core configuration files into Nagios® XI™. Importing configuration files is only required in instances where administrators wish to import configurations from existing Nagios Core installations. Importing configuration files automates setting up … Read More
Nagios XI Documentation
Documentation on using Nagios XI. Documentation is meant to complement the Nagios XI manuals and tutorials.
Exporting the XI Configuration Database
This guide takes you through the process of manually exporting the Nagios XI configuration database and checking for errors that need resolution. Manual exports are useful when debugging configuration errors – including the failure of XI to apply a new … Read More
Managing XI Monitoring Plugins
Managing monitoring plugins in Nagios XI is a necessary task for admins who wish to extend monitoring capabilities by uploading custom or third-party plugins. This guide takes you through the process of uploading new plugins and creating command definitions for … Read More
Maintaining Manual Object Configuration Files in Nagios XI
This document is intended to describe how to manually maintain external object configuration files with Nagios® XI™. External object configuration files are object definitions which are processed by Nagios XI but are not maintained or managed using the Nagios XI … Read More
Manual Installation Instructions for Nagios XI
Experienced Nagios administrators who want to install Nagios XI on their own physical or virtual Linux servers can use this guide to get started Nagios XI 5.x. XI_Manual_Installation_Instructions.pdf Nagios XI 2024 XI-2024-Manual-Installation-Instructions.pdf Important: Nagios Enterprises highly recommends and will … Read More
Nagios XI Virtual Machine Notes
Important information about the Nagios XI VMware virtual machine is found in the guide below. First-time XI users should read this guide to ensure they get up and running smoothly. XI_Virtual_Machine_Notes.pdf
Understanding the Nagios XI Directory Structure
This document is intended to describe where Nagios® XI™ and its related components are located on the machine where Nagios XI has been installed. The Nagios XI directory structure is slightly different from the Nagios Core directory structure and it … Read More
Upgrading Nagios XI
A quick guide on how to upgrade an existing Nagios XI installation to the latest release. Manually_Upgrading_Your_Nagios_XI_Install.pdf