Users report getting the following error message when using Solarwinds:
Unexpected error occurred. Exception: Unknown or unsupported probe type SolarWinds.APM.Probes.SmtpProbe
In this article we will explore a few easy ways of solving this Solarwinds issue, so make sure to keep on reading.
How can I fix error message unexpected error occurred in Solarwinds?
1. Use specialized software
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2. Modify the settings in Solarwinds
- Open Slarwinds application and edit the application with the failing component(s).
- Next, click on the Advanced section to expand it.
- Set the Preferred Polling Method to Agentless (you may need to click OVERRIDE TEMPLATE to be able to change this).
- Save the changes.
Solving the solarwinds unexpected error occurred. job failed to execute is easy by following the solutions presented in this guide.
If you have additional recommendations and suggestions, please share them in the comments section below.
This post was written by Vladimir Popescu and was first posted to WindowsReport