Adjusting Log File Size

Extensive logging may completely fill the server log file.

To enlarge the log file size and logging method:

  1. From the Start button select Programs, Administrative Tools, Computer Management to display the Computer Management window.
  2. OR

    Select My Computer from the desktop and right click to display a popup menu. From the popup menu select Manage, Computer Management to display the Computer Management window.

  3. Expand the Event Viewer and select an event to display the selected event's log in the right pane.
  4. Select Application then right click to display the Application Properties, General window.
  5. Link to applicsetup.gif

  6. In the fields enter the following information:
  7. Field
    Entry
    Maximum log file
    200032 KB
    Overwrite events as needed
    Check this option, if not already checked

  8. Click OK to save your changes and exit the Application Properties, General window.
  9. When using System Auditing, repeat steps 4 and 5 above for the System event.
  10. In the Computer Management window, click Close to exit.