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In Checkmk, the default range for SSD temperature sensors is typically set to 0-40°C' default upper threshold values are set at 35°C and 40°C, respectively. However, it may might be necessary to adjust modify these values to align with the manufacturer's specifications.match the specifications provided by the manufacturer.

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Problem

If you receive notifications regarding critical SSD temperatures, it's important to note that the Checkmk software utilizes standard threshold values of 0-40°C when the disks do not provide specific thresholds are not provided by the disks. However, these values may not align with the manufacturer's specifications. Therefore, it is recommended to adjust the temperature thresholds in Checkmk to match the specifications provided by the manufacturer for accurate monitoring and alerting.

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Screenshot of further details about the temp sensor and it reading Critical after reaching 51 Celsius Image Added

Solution

Before making any adjustments, it is advisable to consult the manufacturer of your SSD to determine the recommended operational operating temperature range. In this particular example,   we are using use a Micron SSD which has a range ranging between 0-70°C.

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Screenshot of the manufactures recommendation on temperature levels.  Here it shows acceptable levels are between 0-70 Celsius. Image Added


  1. To adjust these thresholds, click on the hamburger menu Image Added and then "Parameters for this Service."
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  2. You will now want to click on "Temperature."
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  3. Click "Add Rule"
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  4. Place an [X] in the Upper and Lower Temperature Level boxes to enable custom threshold values. Set the desired Warning and Critical levels for both. 
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  5. Save the new configuration and activate the changes.

By customizing the temperature levels based on the manufacturer's specifications, you can ensure accurate monitoring and receive notifications aligned with the recommended operational temperatures for your SSD.

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