FTP Sensor Configuration

FTP (short for File Transfer Protocol) is used on the Internet for exchanging files (e.g. to upload content to a webpage or to download files from a server).

The FTP sensor monitors the FTP server's availability.

Parameters include:

  • Timeout: If the reply takes longer than this value the request is aborted and an error message is triggered
  • Port: The port number of the mail service you want to monitor (usually port 21)
  • Username: The username to log in with
  • Password: The password for this user
  • Show Error When Above: If the sensor result is higher than this value the sensor's 'Down' state is triggered.
  • Show Warning When Above: If the sensor result is higher than this value the sensor's 'Warning' state is triggered.

Disclaimer: The information in the Paessler Knowledge Base comes without warranty of any kind. Use at your own risk. Before applying any instructions please exercise proper system administrator housekeeping. You must make sure that a proper backup of all your data is available.

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