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Important

This agent has been deprecated

For uninstalling the modern unified IBM MQ Monitoring Agent (v7.2.0+), see Uninstall IBM MQ Monitoring Agent.

Legacy uninstall steps below are for removing the deprecated standalone IBM Integration Bus Logging Agent only.


Legacy: Uninstalling the IBM Integration Bus Logging Agent (Deprecated)

Uninstalling the Nodinite IBM Integration Bus / ACE Logging Agent

Easily and safely remove the Nodinite IBM Integration Bus (IIB / ACE) Logging Agent from your environment. This guide provides step-by-step instructions, highlights unique benefits, and ensures you maintain a clean and secure system.

✅ Simple, guided uninstallation process
✅ Safe removal of log agents and log views
✅ Troubleshooting tips for common issues
✅ Comprehensive support resources

Nodinite version 7

Preferred Method: Portal-Based PowerShell Script

In Nodinite v7, agent uninstallation is automated through the [Portal][NodinitePortal]-based PowerShell scripts. This modern approach:

Automates agent removal via PowerShell commands
Removes multiple agents simultaneously with consistent settings
Eliminates manual uninstallation steps and reduces human error
Centrally manages uninstallation from the Portal

Nodinite version 6 (Add or Remove Programs - Legacy)

Warning

The Add or Remove Programs uninstallation method for Nodinite v6 is deprecated and will be retired. Please upgrade to Nodinite v7 for the modern Portal-based scripted uninstallation experience.

Before You Uninstall

Important

Remove Nodinite configurations BEFORE uninstalling the agent to prevent errors and maintain a clean environment.

Required Configuration Changes

  1. Remove Log Views - Delete all [Log Views][] that use this agent as the data source
  2. Remove Log Agent Configuration - Delete the [Log Agent][Log Agents] entry from Administration

What Happens If You Skip This?

If you uninstall without removing configurations:

  • Log Views become unavailable - Users see errors when accessing views that depend on this agent
  • Log Agent appears broken - Configuration shows as unavailable in [Log Agents][] list
  • Cleanup requires manual intervention - You'll need to log into Nodinite to remove orphaned configurations

Uninstall Methods

The Nodinite [IBM Integration Bus (IIB / ACE) Logging Agent][IBM Integration Bus Logging Agent] can be uninstalled by running the installer directly or by using 'Add or Remove Programs' in Windows.

Step 1: Uninstall guide

Follow the steps below to uninstall the [IBM Integration Bus Logging Agent][].

Option 1: Add or remove Programs

Add or Remove Programs
Open Windows Programs and Features (or Add or Remove Programs), locate the IBM Integration Bus Logging Agent, and select it to begin the uninstall process.

Option 2 Start the installer

Double-click on the MSI file to start the un-installation of the IBM Integration Bus Logging Agent.
msi
Run the MSI file to start the uninstallation process.

Step 2: Welcome screen

On successful execution of the MSI file or starting from 'Add or remove programs' a Welcome screen is presented.
Welcome
The Welcome screen confirms the uninstallation process has started.

Click the 'Next' button to continue the installation process or click the 'Cancel' button to quit the installer.

Step 3: Change, repair or remove installation

In the 'Change, Repair, Remove' dialogue click the 'Remove' button to uninstall the agent and proceed to the next step.
Remove
Click Remove to uninstall the agent.

Files in Use

If you did not stop the Service before uninstalling, Windows may display a files-in-use dialog. Click 'Ok' or 'Ignore' to continue with the uninstall.

Step 4: Remove program

Click the 'Remove' button to remove the agent and proceed to the next step. Confirm removal to proceed.

Step 5: Ready to remove

Click the 'Next' button to remove the agent and proceed to the next step.
Ready To Remove
Ready to remove the agent.

If the service is running you will see the following modal:
InUse
Example modal when service is still running during uninstallation.

Check the 'Close the applications and attempt to restart them' option.
Click the 'OK' button to stop the agent and proceed to the next step.

Step 6: Completed setup

The last step of the un-installation gives either a success or a premature exit.
Successful un-installation example

Completed
Successful uninstallation example.

Failed un-installation example: A failed un-installation will render a premature exit
Premature exit
Failed uninstallation example.

Click the Finish button to Exit and quit the installer.


Troubleshooting

A failed un-installation will render a premature exit.
Premature exit
Failed un-installation example.

InterruptedExit
Aborted installation example.

Support

Contact our [Support][] for additional guidance if you fail to resolve the installation problem.

Note

Additional information to aid the troubleshooting may exist in the Windows Event Logs.


Next Step

[Install the IBM Integration Bus Logging Agent][Install Log Agent]
[Add or manage Log View][]

[Release Notes][]
[Log Views][]
[Log Agents][]