PE Logs
This document provides a simple overview of the Live Logs feature for Provider Edge (PE) devices. While the purpose and basic functionality are similar to those for Customer Edge (CE) devices, this document focuses on the key features specific to the PE log menu.
The Live Logs feature provides real-time monitoring of events and activities on a selected PE device. This is crucial for network administrators to troubleshoot issues, verify configurations, and track ongoing processes. It allows for a live stream of data that can be used to diagnose performance or connectivity problems.
See the CE Logs documentation for a more detailed, step-by-step guide on how to start and stop the log stream. The basic fields, options, and methods for viewing logs are the same for both CE and PE devices.
Link to CE Logs Documentation: CE Logs Document
Key Concepts of PE Log Monitoring
Below are the key aspects of using the Live Logs feature for PE devices, along with their descriptions:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Purpose | To monitor real-time activities and events on a selected PE device. |
| Use Cases | Troubleshooting errors, verifying applied configurations, and tracking live processes. |
| Access Path | Login → PE Devices → Select PE Device → Logs |
| Start Option | Click Start Logs to begin live streaming of log entries. |
| Stop Option | Click Stop to end the live stream and freeze the display. |
| Output Format | A continuous stream of real-time log entries related to device activities. |
Basic Process for Viewing Logs
The general procedure for viewing live logs on a PE device mirrors that of a CE device:
- Accessing Logs: Navigate to the Logs tab within your PE device's management interface.
- Starting the Stream: Click the Start Logs button to initiate the real-time stream.
- Stopping the Stream: Click the Stop button when you have finished reviewing the log entries.