Test Connector Replay

Summary:

This document outlines a detailed guide for managing an ArcSight Test Alert SmartConnector within their environment. The key steps include stopping the connector, unregistering it, re-registering it with new settings, removing the old entry, and finally restarting the connector to finalize the process. It emphasizes proper backup procedures are essential for avoiding data loss or service disruptions.

Details:

ArcSight, Inc., created on March 29, 2010, offers a Test Alert SmartConnector for sending events to an Enterprise Security Manager (ESM) Manager. This tool allows users to manually define and send events or replay canned events for testing purposes. The article provides detailed steps on how to install, configure, and use the Test Alert SmartConnector, including configuring event players with specially formatted replay files. Key features include defining events such as server access, setting rates for event flow, and managing both manual and automated event sending through a user-friendly interface. This document provides instructions for managing a Test Alert connector in an ArcSight environment, including how to re-register the connector after an update to the Manager software. The process involves several steps: 1. **Stopping the Connector**: Depending on how it was initiated, stop the SmartConnector by closing its dialog or command window if run from the command line. 2. **Unregistering and Re-registering**:

• From the connector's bin directory, execute the `arcsight agentsetup` command to open the Agent Configuration Tool dialog. Choose not to use the wizard for configuration.

• In this dialog, right-click on the existing connector entry and select "Add Additional Destination" to register a new connector or agent. Provide a different name from the previous one if needed, along with optional locations and Manager credentials.

• Click "Register" to add the new connector under "Agents Configured."

3. **Removing the Old Connector**: Right-click on the old connector in the list and select "Remove Agent" after setting up the new one. Ensure not to remove the old connector until the new one is properly configured. 4. **Re-starting the Connector**: Restart the SmartConnector to finalize the re-registration process. The document also notes that proper backup procedures should be followed, especially when dealing with agent and connector configurations, to avoid data loss or disruption in service.

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