Program actions can be defined to launch an external application when a state change occurs.

Configure the following:

  • Name. Enter a unique name for the action. This name displays in the Actions Library.
  • Description. Enter a short description about the action. This description displays next to the action in the Actions Library.
  • Program file name. Enter the file path where the working files for the application are stored.
  • Working path. Enter the file path where the working files for the application are stored. The working path is located on the server where WhatsUp Gold is running.
  • Program arguments. Enter any percent variables you want to pass to the specified program. Additionally, you can use the System, Device, and/or Monitor dropdown menus within the dialog to automatically insert supported variables.
Tip: To check the status of an action, or to cancel an action, in the WhatsUp Gold console go to Tools > Running Actions.