Uninstalling the Nodinite Windows Server Monitoring Agent
Easily and safely remove the Nodinite Windows Server Monitoring Agent with this step-by-step guide. Learn best practices for a clean uninstall, avoid common pitfalls, and get troubleshooting tips and support if needed.
✅ Step-by-step uninstall instructions for all scenarios
✅ Best practices to avoid errors and unavailable agent alerts
✅ Troubleshooting and direct support links for a smooth process
Nodinite version 7
Preferred Method: Portal-Based PowerShell Script
In Nodinite v7, agent uninstallation is automated through the Portal-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.
The Nodinite Windows Server Monitoring Agent can be uninstalled by running the installer directly or by using 'Add or Remove Programs' in Windows.
- Add or remove programs
- Running the MSI
Before You Uninstall
Important
Remove Nodinite configurations BEFORE uninstalling the agent to prevent continuous error alerts for all users.
Required Configuration Changes
Before clicking Uninstall, complete these steps in the [Web Client][]:
- Remove Resources – Delete all Resources monitored by this agent
- Remove Monitoring Agent Configuration – Delete the agent from Monitoring Agents
- Update Monitor Views – Remove this agent from all Monitor Views
What Happens If You Skip This?
❌ Users receive continuous error alerts: "Monitoring agent unavailable"
❌ Agent appears broken in Monitoring Agents list
❌ Monitor Views display errors for missing agent
❌ Cleanup requires manual intervention across all views
Example of unavailable agent:
Generic example of unavailable Monitoring Agents.
Uninstall guide
Follow the steps below to uninstall the Windows Server Monitoring Agent.
Step 1: Add or Remove Programs
Use the Windows built-in feature to remove installed programs.
Windows 'Add or remove programs' feature.
From the list of installed programs, select the Windows Server Monitoring Agent.
![Remove Installation][]
List of installed Nodinite applications.
Step 2: Start the installer
Optionally, you can double-click the MSI file to start the [un]-installation of the Nodinite Windows Server Monitoring Agent.
MSI installer for the agent.
Step 3: Welcome Screen
On successful execution of the MSI file or starting from 'Add or remove programs', a Welcome screen is presented.
Click the 'Next' button to continue the process or click the 'Cancel' button to quit the installer.
Step 4: Change, Repair or Remove the installation
In the 'Change, repair or remove installation' dialogue, click the 'Remove' button to uninstall the agent and proceed to the next step.
If the Service was not stopped before uninstalling, a dialogue may appear. Click 'Ok' to close and continue.
![Files in use][5]
If the Service was not stopped before uninstalling, a dialogue may appear. Click 'Ok' to close and continue.
![Unable To Close][6]
Step 5: Remove Program
Click the 'Remove' button to remove the agent and proceed to the next step.
![Remove Program.png][RemoveProgram]
Step 6: Completed setup
The last step of the un-installation gives either a success or a premature exit.
Successfully uninstalled example.
Click the Finish button to exit and quit the installer.
Troubleshooting
A failed un-installation will render a premature exit.
Failed un-installation example.
Support
Contact our Support for additional guidance if you fail to resolve the installation problem.
Note
Additional information to aid troubleshooting may exist in the Windows Event Logs.
Next Step
Add or manage Monitor View
Add or manage a Monitoring Agent Configuration
Related Topics
Windows Server Monitoring Agent
Resources
Monitoring Agents
Monitor Views