1.2.1 Collecting performance data from a virtual environment
Using PFM - RM for Virtual Machine, you can collect performance data, such as the statistical information of a virtual environment that is running on the target physical server.
You can use the collected performance data for the following purposes:
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Graphically displaying the operation status of the virtual environment
You can use PFM - Web Console to process the performance data in a graphical format called a report, and display it. A report makes it easier to understand and analyze the operation status of the virtual environment.
The following types of reports are available:
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This report shows the current status of the virtual environment being monitored. It is primarily used for checking the current state of the system and any problems that have occurred. Performance data is used immediately, at the time of its collection, to display a real-time report.
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This report shows the history of the virtual environment being monitored. It is primarily used for analyzing trends in the operation status of the system. Performance data stored in the database of PFM - RM for Virtual Machine is used to display a historical report.
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Using the collected performance data to determine whether a problem has occurred
You can configure the system to take an action, such as notifying the user, if the collected performance data shows some sort of abnormality.