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Controlling the Size of Files Specified in log4j.properties
It is possible to configure the size of the files (cs_server.out, *.log) specified in your log4j.properties file using to parameters. MaxFileSize controls the maximum file size. After the value specified is reached the data rolls over to a new file. MaxBackupIndex controls the maximum number of rollover files.
To manipulate the settings in your log4j log file
1. Navigate to <TDV_install_dir>/conf/server/log4j.properties.
2. Locate the file for which you want to control the size.
3. Edit the following lines:
log4j.appender.MONITOR_STDOUT.MaxFileSize=10000KB
log4j.appender.MONITOR_STDOUT.MaxBackupIndex=100
 
4. Save the file.
5. Restart the TDV Server.