TheOne SysLog Manager Pro

I recently tested out Syslog Manager, a powerful syslog server that allows you to receive, log, display, and forward syslog messages from any syslog enabled device such as a router, firewall or switch. What really impressed me is that Syslog Manager can receive both TCP and UDP syslog messages and can even send out alert messages via Email, SMS, SMS-HTTP, Syslog, SNMP, and Pager.

If you opt for the Pro version, you'll get an added benefit of storing syslog messages into a MySQL database. This feature supports filtering based on your requirements, charting, and scheduling. It's worth noting that Syslog Manager Pro/Lite is based on internet standard protocol, which is specified by RFC 3164.

To install Syslog Manager Pro, your operating system needs to be one of the following: Microsoft Windows XP, Microsoft Windows 2000 Server and Professional with SP4, Microsoft Windows 2003 Server, or Microsoft Windows Vista. In terms of hardware requirements, you'll need at least a PIII processor (or equivalent) and 512MB RAM or above, as well as 100MB Harddisk of available space or above, and a 10/100 or wireless LAN card.

It's important to also know that you'll need to have a MySQL database installed before you can run Syslog Manager Pro. MySQL versions 5.X or later are supported, as well as version 4.X. Overall, I found Syslog Manager to be an excellent option for managing syslog messages, providing reliable and thorough features that cater to the needs of many IT professionals.