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esx.problem.vmsyslogd.unexpected

Summary

Log daemon has failed for an unexpected reason.

Causes

There is an issue issue with logging configuration for this host. Review the event description for detail on the cause.

Resolutions

See the event description for more detailed information specific to this event. Further information and possible resolutions can be found in the VMware KB article Incorrect Syslog configuration in the /etc/vmsyslog.conf file causes multiple issues (2016914).

External

Refer to the VMware Online Documentation for more information on vCenter event messages and possible solutions.