Modify a Collector Instance

About this task

This topic describes how to modify a collector instance using Configuration Hub. You can also modify a collector instance using the RemoteCollectorConfigurator utility, which does not require you to install Web-based Clients.
Note:
  • If the status of a collector instance in unknown, you cannot modify it.
  • You cannot modify the instance of an offline collector.

Procedure

  1. Access the system that contains the collector instance that you want to modify.
  2. Select Collectors.
    A list of collectors in the system appears.
  3. In the COLLECTOR NAME column, select the link that corresponds to the collector instance that you want to modify.
    The details of the collector appear.
  4. Select , and then select Edit.
  5. Depending on the destination of the collector, provide values in the available fields.
    Note: You cannot modify the destination of the collector.
  6. Select Save. Or, if the changes you have made requires restarting the collector, select Save & Restart. Normally, it is required when you change values in the INSTANCE CONFIGURATION section.
    Note: For collectors earlier than version 9.0:
    • You cannot modify the details in the INSTANCE CONFIGURATION section.
    • Some of the details, such as the collector type, do not appear.