Execute command via SSH2 action

The SSH2 action executes a command on a SSH2 server. Optionally the action can be configured to use the telnet protocol instead.

Parameters

  • Alarm number - The alarm count this action triggers on.
  • Connect to - Monitor host or Specific host. If specific host, enter the Hostname.
  • Host name - Host name or IP number. Leave blank to use the address of the asset.
  • Connection type - SSH or Telnet. If telnet, ensure telnet parameters are correctly configured using the Network Monitor Settings > Other system settings > Monitor defaults tab.

    Warning: Remember that telnet is not encrypted and the username/password is sent in clear text.

  • Command - Command to execute. The following formatting variables can be included when specifying a command.
    • %[asset.name] - asset name
    • %[monitor.name] - monitor name
    • %[asset.ip] - asset address
  • Port - Port number that SSH2 server is listening on.
  • Credentials - Monitor credentials or Stored credentials.
  • Inherit credentials - If stored credentials is selected, the Inherit credential option displays. If checked, inherits credentials from the asset. If blank, enter action-specific credentials.
  • Domain or Computer/Username/Password - Credential used to authenticate access for this action.