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Monitoring Agent

Lightweight monitoring agent for continuous resource tracking. Install with one click and view metrics in your dashboard.

Monitoring Agent screenshot in Server Compass

How Monitoring Agent Works

Monitoring Agent is designed to be intuitive. Here's how you use it in Server Compass.

1

Navigate to Monitoring

Open the monitoring section from your server dashboard.

2

Configure Thresholds

Set up your monitoring preferences and alert thresholds.

3

Monitor & Act

Receive real-time data and act on alerts as they arrive.

Capabilities

What Monitoring Agent Can Do

Everything you need for monitoring & alerts in one integrated tool, replacing complex CLI commands and manual configuration.

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Lightweight monitoring agent for continuous resource tracking
Install with one click and view metrics in your dashboard
Integrated with Server Compass's Monitoring & Alerts suite
Integrated with Server Compass's Monitoring & Alerts suite

Why Monitoring Agent Matters

Server management shouldn't require a DevOps team. Monitoring Agent makes professional-grade monitoring & alerts accessible to everyone.

Real-Time Insights

Monitoring Agent streams data live so you catch issues the moment they happen, not hours later.

Instant Alerts

Monitoring Agent notifies you through your preferred channels before small issues become outages.

Actionable Data

Monitoring Agent doesn't just show metrics; it highlights what needs attention and suggests next steps.

Complete Audit Trail

Monitoring Agent logs every event, giving you the forensic data you need for debugging and compliance.

Monitoring Agent FAQ

Common questions about Monitoring Agent in Server Compass

How do I access Monitoring Agent in Server Compass?

Monitoring Agent is available in the Monitoring & Alerts section of Server Compass. Simply connect to your server, navigate to Monitoring & Alerts, and you'll find Monitoring Agent ready to use. No additional setup or plugins required.

Does Monitoring Agent require any server-side installation?

No. Server Compass operates as a desktop application that connects to your server via SSH. Monitoring Agent works through this connection without installing any agents or packages on your server (except the optional monitoring agent for resource tracking).

Is Monitoring Agent included in all Server Compass plans?

Yes. Every Server Compass feature, including Monitoring Agent, is included with the one-time $19 payment. There are no tier restrictions, add-ons, or per-server fees. You get all 77+ features for all your servers.

Can I use Monitoring Agent with any VPS provider?

Monitoring Agent works with any VPS or dedicated server that supports SSH access and Docker. This includes DigitalOcean, Hetzner, Vultr, Linode, AWS EC2, Google Cloud, Azure, and any other provider. It also works with local servers and homelab setups.

What makes Monitoring Agent different from command-line alternatives?

Monitoring Agent provides a visual, intuitive interface that replaces complex CLI commands and configuration files. You get real-time feedback, safety confirmations, and a consistent experience across all your servers without memorizing syntax or writing scripts.

Try Monitoring Agent Today

Download Server Compass and get access to Monitoring Agent along with 76 other features. One-time $19 payment. No subscriptions. No per-server fees.