How do I create a custom metric and alert?

A simple wizard guides you through each step of the creation process.

To create a custom metric:

1. Go to the Configuration page. Under Alerts, select Custom metrics and alerts:
2. Click the Add a custom metric button:

   

Next steps

Step 1. Configure metric – includes sections for defining the metric, configuring collection frequency and other settings.

Step 2. Test metric - testing the T-SQL query against one or more databases.

Step 3. Add alert  – optionally base an alert on the metric by completing sections similar to those displayed on the Alert settings page (Configuration > Alert settings).

Step 4. Review & create – creates the custom metric and alert.