Execute command via SSH2/Telnet event

The Execute command via SSH2/Telnet event connects to a remote server using SSH2 or telnet and executes a command.

NOTE   See the Schedules tab topic for an introduction to scheduling events.

Event settings

• Hostname - The hostname of the remote host. This can be either a DNS name or an IP address.
• Command - Specify the command to be executed on the remote host.
• Port - Specify the port number where to connect. For SSH2 the default port is 22 and for telnet the default port is 23.
• Use telnet - If checked, Network Monitor connects to the remote host using the Telnet protocol. Checking this option automatically modifies the port to 23.
• Inherit credentials - If checked, inherits credentials from the currently selected group or gateway node. If blank, enter event-specific credentials.
• Username/Password - Credential used to authenticate access for this event.