PatchCTL Agent
The PatchCTL agent connects each server to the dashboard. This section covers the tasks you need to manage that agent through its full lifecycle.
Agent Tasks
| Topic | Description |
|---|---|
| Installation | Install the agent on each server |
| Configuration | Set license key, endpoint, proxy, and log settings |
| Updates | Keep the agent version current |
| Troubleshooting | Resolve offline/failed agent issues |
| Uninstall | Remove the agent cleanly |
Quick Health Check
The agent runs as a systemd service:
# Check status
sudo systemctl status patchctl
# View logs
sudo journalctl -u patchctl -f
# Restart agent
sudo systemctl restart patchctl
If the service is running but the server is missing in the dashboard, use Agent Troubleshooting.