zabbix_proxy
Distributed Zabbix monitoring data proxy
TLDR
SYNOPSIS
zabbix_proxy [options]
DESCRIPTION
zabbix_proxy is a daemon that collects monitoring data and forwards it to a Zabbix server. It's used for distributed monitoring of remote locations and reduces load on the central server.The proxy collects data from agents, stores it locally in its database, then transmits to the server. This architecture survives temporary network outages and centralizes data collection for remote sites.Proxies can operate in active mode (initiating connections to server) or passive mode (accepting connections from server). Each proxy requires its own database (SQLite, MySQL, or PostgreSQL).
PARAMETERS
-c, --config file
Use alternate configuration file.-f, --foreground
Run in foreground.-R, --runtime-control option
Runtime control command.-h, --help
Display help.-V, --version
Display version.
RUNTIME CONTROL
config_cache_reload: Reload configuration cache.housekeeper_execute: Start housekeeper.log_level_increase: Increase log level.log_level_decrease: Decrease log level.diaginfo: Write diagnostic info to log.
INSTALL
CAVEATS
Requires separate database from server. Cannot share database with server. Configuration changes may require cache reload. Memory buffer recommended for performance in Zabbix 7.0+.
HISTORY
zabbix_proxy was added to Zabbix to enable distributed monitoring architectures. It allows organizations to monitor remote sites without direct server connectivity and reduces WAN bandwidth usage by compressing and batching data transfers.
SEE ALSO
zabbix_server(8), zabbix_agentd(8), zabbix_get(1)
