Data acquisition

Each probe uses a different method to acquire data. The method that a probe uses is based on the target system from which the probe receives data.

The Socket Java Probe can be configured to operate in either Server mode or Client mode by setting the SocketMode property. By default, the probe operates in Server mode.

Note: When the probe operates in Server mode ensure that the event source information sent to the probe does not contain an asterisk (*).

The mode that you chose determines how the probe acquires data. Data acquisition is described in the following topics: