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Device logs

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Overview

The Device Logs section of the Zequenze Control Portal provides a comprehensive view of all device activity and configuration changes. This page displays real-time and historical log entries for network devices, allowing administrators to monitor device events, track configuration modifications, and troubleshoot network issues.

Key Features

  • Real-time Log Monitoring: View live device events and configuration changes as they occur
  • Comprehensive Search: Advanced search functionality to filter logs by various criteria
  • Export Capabilities: Export log data for external analysis and reporting
  • Reports Generation: Generate custom reports from filtered log data
  • Detailed Event Information: Access to complete event details including timestamps, origins, and affected parameters
  • Filtering System: Multiple filter options to narrow down log entries based on specific criteria

UI Elements

Header Section

  • Search Bar: Located at the top center for quick log entry searches
  • Export Button: Blue "Export" button for downloading log data
  • Reports Button: Light blue "Reports" button for generating custom reports
  • Close Filter Button: Green "X" button for closing the filter panel
  • Filter Panel: Expanded right-side panel with advanced filtering options

Main Data Table

The central table displays log entries with the following columns:

  • Created: Timestamp of when the event occurred (with applied timestamp shown)
  • Origin: Source of the event (Automatic, Manual, etc.)
  • Device: Device identifier or name
  • Action: Type of action performed (Event, Boot, etc.)
  • Name/Variable Name: Specific parameter or event name affected
  • Value: Current or new value of the parameter
  • Pending: Status indicator for pending changes (shown as red circles for pending)
  • Sent: Status indicator for transmitted changes (shown as red circles for not sent, green for sent)
  • Applied: Status indicator for applied changes (shown as green checkmarks)
  • Status: Overall status with "Ok" indicators and numerical values (200)

Filter Panel (Right Side)

  • Process Status: "Proceed" status indicator at the top
  • Active filters: Display of currently applied filters
  • Created: Time-based filtering with "Last hour" dropdown selection
  • Records per page: "50 records" dropdown for pagination controls
  • Origin: "All" dropdown for filtering by event source
  • User: "Click for options" field for user-based filtering
  • Parent device: "Click for options" field for device hierarchy filtering
  • Profile: "Click for options" field for configuration profile filtering
  • Command/method: "Proceed" status shown for filtering options

User Interactions

Searching and Filtering

  1. Quick Search: Enter search terms in the top search bar and click the search icon
  2. Advanced Filtering: The filter panel is expanded on the right showing active filtering options
  3. Time-based Filtering: Use the "Created" filter set to "Last hour" to specify time ranges for log entries
  4. Multi-criteria Filtering: Combine multiple filters for precise log entry selection
  5. Close Filters: Use the green "X" button to close the filter panel

Data Management

  1. Export Data: Click the "Export" button to download filtered log data
  2. Generate Reports: Use the "Reports" button to create custom analytical reports
  3. Pagination: Navigate through log entries using the "50 records" per page selector

Event Analysis

  1. Event Details: View detailed information in the expanded table columns
  2. Status Monitoring: Monitor Pending, Sent, and Applied status indicators for configuration changes
  3. Parameter Tracking: Follow specific parameter changes across time with complete status visibility

Navigation

Access Path

  • Navigate from HomeInventoryDevice logs (as shown in breadcrumb)
  • Direct URL access via the inventory section of the Control Portal
  • Dashboard: Return to main dashboard for overview
  • Inventory: Access device inventory and management
  • Settings: Configure logging preferences and parameters

Data Displayed

Event Types

  • Boot Events: Device startup and initialization logs (CWMP "BOOT" events shown)
  • Configuration Changes: Parameter modifications and updates
  • Network Events: Connectivity and communication logs
  • System Events: Operational status and health indicators

Information Categories

  • CWMP Events: TR-069 protocol-related activities (CWMP "1 BOOT" events displayed)
  • Device Configuration: Device-specific parameters and settings
  • Security Settings: Password, SSID, and authentication configurations
  • Network Parameters: Channel, frequency, and connectivity settings

Actions Available

Primary Actions

  • Search: Filter and locate specific log entries
  • Export: Download log data in various formats
  • Generate Reports: Create analytical reports from log data
  • Close Filters: Hide the filter panel using the close button
  • Real-time Monitoring: View live device events and changes (3 results currently shown)

Administrative Functions

  • Event Tracking: Monitor device behavior and performance
  • Troubleshooting: Identify and diagnose network issues
  • Compliance Monitoring: Track configuration compliance and changes
  • Audit Trail: Maintain records of all device modifications

Notes/Tips

  • Real-time Updates: The log view updates automatically to show new events (currently showing 3 results)
  • Color Coding: Status indicators use color coding (red for pending/not sent, green for applied/sent) for quick visual assessment
  • Filter Persistence: Applied filters remain active during the session and are visible in the expanded filter panel
  • Timestamp Precision: All events include precise timestamps with applied timestamps shown in blue
  • Device Identification: Each log entry clearly identifies the source device and affected parameters
  • Status Indicators: Multiple status columns (Pending, Sent, Applied, Status) provide comprehensive change tracking
  • Expandable Interface: The filter panel can be closed for more viewing space of the main data table