How to Integrate the Nginx Plugin

Introduction

This document provides a step-by-step guide to integrating the Nginx Plugin into an existing host for monitoring Nginx server performance. The integration process includes reviewing prerequisites, plugin configuration, installation, dashboard setup, and uninstallation steps.

Steps to Integrate Nginx Plugin

Step 1: Navigate to Metrics Integration

1. Log in to the application.

2. Navigate to the Integration section by clicking Metrics in the left-side panel.

   

Step 2: Expand the Web Services Section

1. Locate and expand the Web Services section.

2. Click on Nginx Plugin to begin the integration process.

   

Step 3: Follow Plugin Prerequisites

1. Click to expand the Plugin Prerequisites section.

2. Review and complete the prerequisites listed in this section.

Step 4: Plugin Configuration

1. Download the installation script using the command provided in the Plugin Configuration section.

2. Assign execution permissions to the script by running the specified command.

   

Step 5: Plugin Installation

1. Select a Host:

   1. If the host is not listed, you must first add the Linux Agent.

   
2. Execute the Installation Script:

   1. After selecting the host, the system generates an installation script.

   2. Run the script on the target remote server/host.

   

Step 6: Install the Nginx Dashboard

1. Click the Install Dashboard button in the final step.

2. This enables monitoring of Nginx server performance and related metrics.

   

Step 7: Verify Installation

1. Navigate to the Metrics Dashboard page.

2. Confirm that the Nginx Dashboard is displayed, indicating successful integration and setup.

   

   

   Nginx Dashboard