Can WMI/API Event log sensor monitor Critical events
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Hi,
I have noticed that the WMI/API Event log sensors have options to monitor Error/Warning/Information etc. type events in the Event log. However, I would like to know if there was a way to monitor the Critical event entries in the Event log. Appreciate any leads on this.
Regards,
Ankan
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Please check the following KB article: https://helpdesk.paessler.com/en/support/solutions/articles/76000065197-how-can-i-monitor-my-historic-windows-events
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