Set Event Log Retentions

Set the rollover interval for the configured event log file.

Privileges

Elevated - run as administrator.

Input Parameters

Name Type Required Description
LogName String Yes The name of the log where the retention interval will be set.
When maximum event log size is reached Selection Yes Selection of options to perform when the maximum event log sized is reached.
Retain Days Number No The number of days to retain the log data.

Output Parameters

Name Type Description
Result Number

Returns a success value of zero or any value other than zero to indicate failure.

Example Input Parameters
Name Type Required Example
Log Name String Yes Application
When maximum event log size is reached Selector Yes Overwrite events as Needed (oldest events first)
Retain Days Number Yes 7