🚀 Getting Started
Installation, setup, and first steps with Server Scout.
Installing the Server Scout Agent
## Prerequisites Before installing the Server Scout agent, ensure your Linux server meets these requirements: - **Bash 4.0 or later** - Most modern Linux distributions include this by default - *...
Understanding the Dashboard
Welcome to Server Scout! This guide will walk you through the dashboard interface, helping you make the most of your server monitoring experience. Whether you're managing a single server or an enti...
Adding Your First Server
Getting your first server monitored with Server Scout is a straightforward process that takes just a few minutes. This guide will walk you through adding a server to your dashboard and organising i...
Configuring Agent Metrics
Server Scout's monitoring agent is designed to be lightweight and efficient, which means not every available metric is enabled by default. This guide will show you how to customise which metrics yo...
Organising Servers into Groups
Server Scout's grouping feature helps you organise your servers logically, making it easier to monitor and manage your infrastructure at scale. Whether you're managing development and production en...
Understanding Server Status Indicators
Server Scout uses a comprehensive status indication system to help you quickly assess the health of your server infrastructure. Understanding these indicators is crucial for effective monitoring an...
Navigating the Fleet Health Dashboard
The Fleet Health Dashboard serves as your central command centre for monitoring all servers in your Server Scout environment. This comprehensive view provides instant visibility into your infrastru...
Uninstalling the Server Scout Agent
Removing the Server Scout agent from your Linux server is a straightforward process that can be accomplished either through the built-in uninstall command or manually. This guide covers both method...
System Requirements and Supported Platforms
Server Scout is designed to be lightweight and compatible with most modern Linux environments. This guide outlines the system requirements and supported platforms to help you determine if your infr...
Agent Command-Line Reference
The Server Scout agent provides several command-line options for configuration, troubleshooting, and management. Whilst the agent typically runs as a systemd service, these options are invaluable d...
Firewall and Network Requirements
Server Scout is designed with security and network simplicity in mind. The monitoring agent requires minimal network access, making it easy to deploy even in restrictive network environments. This ...
Installing on Ubuntu and Debian
Server Scout installs seamlessly on Ubuntu and Debian systems using our automated installer. This guide covers the complete installation process and system-specific considerations for Debian-based ...
Installing on RHEL, AlmaLinux, and Rocky Linux
Server Scout is fully compatible with Red Hat Enterprise Linux and its derivatives, including AlmaLinux and Rocky Linux. This guide covers the installation process specific to RHEL-family systems a...
Quick Start: Monitor Your First Server in 5 Minutes
Getting your first server monitored with Server Scout is remarkably quick. Follow these essential steps to see live monitoring data in minutes. ## Step 1: Create Your Account Visit [app.serversco...
Migrating from Another Monitoring Tool
## Run Both Systems in Parallel When migrating from your existing monitoring solution to Server Scout, the safest approach is to run both systems simultaneously for at least a week. This parallel ...
Setting Up Server Scout for a Small Team
## Getting Started: One Admin Sets Everything Up The beauty of Server Scout is that you don't need a dedicated monitoring specialist to get your team up and running. One person can handle the enti...
Server Scout Glossary of Terms
## Agent The lightweight Bash script installed on each monitored server to collect and send metrics to Server Scout. With a near-zero footprint of less than 3 MB RAM and under 100ms CPU per 5-seco...