Agent Check: System Swap

Overview

This check monitors the number of bytes a host has swapped in and out.

Setup

Installation

The System Swap check is included in the Datadog Agent package. No additional installation is needed on your server.

Configuration

1. Edit the system_swap.d/conf.yaml file in the conf.d/ folder at the root of your Agent's configuration directory. See the sample system_swap.d/conf.yaml for all available configuration options. Note: This check takes no initial configuration.

2. Restart the Agent.

Validation

Run the Agent's status subcommand and look for system_swap under the Checks section.

Data Collected

Metrics

See metadata.csv for a list of metrics provided by this check.

Events

The System Swap check does not include any events.

Service Checks

The System Swap check does not include any service checks.

Troubleshooting

Need help? Contact Datadog support.