New to Nagios? Start Here: Your Guide to Nagios Docs, Resources, & Support

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Whether you’re just getting started with Nagios or are looking to find more resources and support, this guide walks you through the essential Nagios docs and resources available to you. From step-by-step documentation to webinars, here’s everything you need to get the most out of your Nagios setup.



Nagios Documentation & Guides

Step-by-step tutorials and guides.

➤ We recently revamped all of our documentation, providing you with accurate, easy-to-understand instructions and helpful tips for using Nagios. These Nagios docs will guide you through the basics, help you get started, and support you in learning more about Nagios tools.

Nagios Documentation

A new comprehensive documentation site replacing the legacy Support Knowledgebase. Here, you’ll find guides for commercial solutions and open-source projects with step-by-step tutorials, technical documentation, and best practices.

Nagios Library

Library is a central place for detailed Nagios training docs, how-to guides, articles on the latest industry insights, and real-life stories about using Nagios:

Admin Guides

Looking for step-by-step instructions? These guides walk you through installation, configuration, and advanced setup:



Nagios Support Options

Nagios CSMs, support plans, and Answer Hub.

➤ Support options are designed to provide both quick answers and in-depth assistance. Nagios offers these resources with every license.

Nagios Customer Success Managers

If you have a Nagios license, you can contact a Nagios Customer Success Manager (CSM). CSMs can help with a wide variety of Nagios-related information. They can help answer basic questions about Nagios, get you in contact with the right support, as well as help you renew or buy a new license.

To contact a Nagios CSM, email [email protected].

Nagios Support Plans

Guaranteed one-business-day response from Nagios Technicians for support tickets (up to 10 per year), with the option to purchase additional support plans as needed:

Nagios Answer Hub

Find answers to frequently asked questions and product-specific help:

Nagios Support Website

The Nagios Support makes it easy to find what you need, with quick access to the Knowledge Base, Library, Support Forum, and product-specific resource pages:



Nagios Video Resources

Video tutorials and webinars.

➤ Prefer to learn visually? Our video resources walk through installation, setup, Nagios training, and more.

Nagios YouTube Channel

Explore our video tutorials, product demos, and best practices all in one place:

Nagios Webinars

Want deeper insights? Nagios Webinars offer regular sessions covering best practices, use cases, and expert tips:



Nagios Community Resources

Join the forums, share solutions.

➤ Access years of collective experience, along with support options and answers to common questions.

Nagios Support Forum

The Nagios Support Forum is an ideal place to get quick answers to “how-to” questions. Ask questions, find answers, and contribute to active discussions:

Nagios Exchange

Browse thousands of community-created plugins, add-ons, and integrations, or share your own projects with the Nagios Community.



Where to Go Next

Personalized demo, free Nagios trial, and QuickStart session.

➤ If you’re still looking for more resources, Nagios offers free one-on-one sessions with a Nagios Technician—plus free trials to help you get started.

Personalized Demo

See Nagios in action, explore key features, and discover how Nagios fits your infrastructure:

Download a Free Trial

Get a free, 30-day trial of any Nagios Enterprise Solution to try it out yourself:

Quickstart Session

Get your instance up and running, discuss your environment, and receive tailored configuration help:



There’s no single way to get started with Nagios. Some like to dig into the documentation, while others prefer more hands-on Nagios training, such as a product walkthrough or demo. However you like to learn, there’s a resource to match your style.

Have Questions? Reach Out to Us

Reach out anytime to [email protected] if you have questions or need support. We’re here to help you get the most out of Nagios.


Helpful Extras to Check Out

Nagios Blog

Check out industry insights, helpful solutions, and the benefits of network monitoring:

Nagios’ Social Media

Get the latest updates and stay in the loop:

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