How can I Enable Local Timezone in MetaDefender ICAP Server?

Using Local Timezone in MetaDefender ICAP Server Logs

To configure the MetaDefender ICAP Server to use the server's local timezone for syslog messages, you need to adjust the registry settings on your Windows system. Follow the steps below.

Steps to Enable Local Timezone in Syslog Logs

1. Open the Windows Registry Editor:

   • Press Win + R, type regedit, and press Enter.

2. Navigate to the Logger Configuration Key:

   • Go to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\OPSWAT\ICAP-Server\Logger

3. Modify or Create the local_timezone Value:

   • If the local_timezone entry exists, double-click it and set its value to true.
   • If it doesn't exist:
     • Right-click in the right pane, select New > String Value.
     • Name it local_timezone.
     • Double-click the new entry and set its value to true.

4. Restart the ICAP Server Service:

   • Open the Services console (services.msc).
   • Locate MetaDefender ICAP Server.
   • Right-click and select Restart.

After completing these steps, the ICAP Server will log syslog messages using the server's local timezone.

For more details, refer to the official documentation: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SOFTWARE\OPSWAT\ICAP Server\logger