Installing Log360

ManageEngine Log360 can be installed on any machine in the domain provided that they meet the recommended system requirements.

You can install Log360 as:

• An Application
• A Windows Service

Install Log360 as an application

By Default Log360 will be installed as an application

1. Click here to download the executable from the website. 
2. Double-click on the downloaded file ManageEngine_LOG360.exe to start the installation.
3. Follow the install shield wizard to complete the installation of Log360.

You can choose from three install types: Standard, Minimal and Custom.

• Standard Installation: Downloads and installs all the components along with Log360. This installation type is highly recommended as it installs Log360 along with all the components necessary for a comprehensive Active Directory and Exchange management.

• Minimal Installation: Installs Log360 alone. You can use this installation type if you are already running the components you need.

• Custom Installation: Allows you to pick and choose the components to install. You can use this installation type to install only the components you want along with Log360.

The application can be launched on a web browser by double-clicking the Log360 shortcut icon present on the desktop. When opened as an application, Log360 runs with the privileges of the user who has logged on to the computer.

Install Log360 as a Windows Service

To run Log360 as a service, you have to install Log360 as a Service. Follow the steps given below:

1. Install Log360 as an application.
2. Go to Start Menu → All Programs.
3. Select Log360 and click on Install Log360 as Service.

Once the Log360 Service is installed, you can start the product as a Windows service. When started as a service, Log360 runs with the privileges of the system account. click here.

To Uninstall Log360

To uninstall Log360, select Start Menu → All Programs → Log360 → Uninstall Log360.