Embark on a journey to supercharge your PCS cluster by seamlessly installing and configuring Metricbeat, Elasticsearch, and Kibana. This comprehensive guide will empower you with the knowledge to elevate your system’s monitoring capabilities, ensuring a smooth and optimized experience.
1. Install and Configure Metricbeat: Your First Step Toward Mastery
1.1 Download the Essential Metricbeat Package
Begin your adventure by securing the Metricbeat package:
curl -L -O https://artifacts.elastic.co/downloads/beats/metricbeat/metricbeat-7.15.0-x86_64.rpm
1.2 Install Metricbeat with Ease
Next, effortlessly install the package with this command:
sudo rpm -vi metricbeat-7.15.0-x86_64.rpm
1.3 Configure Metricbeat for Precision Monitoring
Now, fine-tune Metricbeat by editing the metricbeat.yml file:
sudo vi /etc/metricbeat/metricbeat.yml
Set the Powerful Elasticsearch Output
In the configuration file, set up the Elasticsearch output:
output.elasticsearch:
hosts: ["localhost:9200"]Activate the Node Exporter Module for Enhanced Metrics
Enable the Node Exporter module to gather critical metrics from PCS nodes:
metricbeat.modules:
- module: node
metricsets: ["system"]
period: 10s
hosts: ["localhost:9100"]
Save your changes and confidently exit the file.
2. Install and Configure Elasticsearch: Build a Robust Foundation
2.1 Download the Vital Elasticsearch Package
Download the Elasticsearch package to lay the groundwork:
curl -L -O https://artifacts.elastic.co/downloads/elasticsearch/elasticsearch-7.15.0-x86_64.rpm
2.2 Effortlessly Install Elasticsearch
Install the package using the command below and pave the way for success:
sudo rpm -vi elasticsearch-7.15.0-x86_64.rpm
Configure the Elasticsearch service to automatically spring into action upon startup:
sudo systemctl daemon-reload
sudo systemctl enable elasticsearch.service
Launch the Elasticsearch service with confidence:
sudo systemctl start elasticsearch.service
2.3 Configure Elasticsearch for Optimal Performance
Tailor the elasticsearch.yml file to your unique needs:
sudo vi /etc/elasticsearch/elasticsearch.yml
Define Your Cluster Name
cluster.name: my_cluster
Personalize the Node Name
node.name: node1
Start Elasticsearch and watch your system flourish:
sudo systemctl start elasticsearch.service
3. Install and Configure Kibana: Visualize Your Success
3.1 Download the Crucial Kibana Package
Seize the Kibana package with the following command:
curl -L -O https://artifacts.elastic.co/downloads/kibana/kibana-7.15.0-x86_64.rpm
3.2 Install Kibana for Powerful Visualization
Install the Kibana package effortlessly:
sudo rpm -vi kibana-7.15.0-x86_64.rpm
3.3 Configure Kibana for Stunning Visualizations
Fine-tune the kibana.yml file to link with Elasticsearch:
sudo vi /etc/kibana/kibana.yml
Connect to Elasticsearch
server.host: "localhost"
elasticsearch.hosts:["http://localhost:9200"]
Start the Kibana service and unlock new insights:
sudo systemctl start kibana
4. Configure the Metricbeat Template in Elasticsearch: Elevate Your Data Management
Execute the following command to flawlessly configure the Metricbeat template:
sudo metricbeat setup --index-management -E output.logstash.enabled=false -E 'output.elasticsearch.hosts=["localhost:9200"]'
Start Metricbeat and let your data management soar:
sudo systemctl start metricbeat
5. Verify Elasticsearch Indices: Ensure Perfect Harmony
Check the existing indices in your Elasticsearch cluster to confirm everything is in sync:
curl -X GET 'http://localhost:9200/_cat/indices?v'
6. Access Kibana Dashboard: Harness the Power of Visualization
Finally, access the Kibana dashboard by opening the following URL in your web browser:
http://localhost:5601/app/lens#/?_g=(filters:!(),refreshInterval:(pause:!t,value:0),time:(from:now-15m,to:now))
Here, you can create indexes and dashboards to monitor critical metrics such as memory, CPU, and network performance.
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