Configuring a syslog server for the network is the Cisco Meraki best practice method to preserve complete historical network event logs. A syslog server can be configured to store messages for reporting purposes from MX Security Appliances, MR Access Points, and MS switches 1 . The syslog server can collect various types of events, such as VPN connectivity, uplink connectivity, DHCP leases, firewall rules, IDS alerts, and security events 2 . The syslog server can also help with troubleshooting and monitoring the network performance and security.