> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.datasentinel.io/manual/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.datasentinel.io/manual/features/key-features/cluster-and-system-metrics.md).

# Cluster & System Metrics

Datasentinel gathers real-time PostgreSQL cluster metrics on a minute-by-minute basis, alongside database-specific measures encompassing transactions, cache hits, IO operations, among others.

Furthermore, the software captures replication metrics, overseeing aspects like replication lag, standby server well-being, and synchronization status.

It also offers insights into background processes, WAL operations.

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System metrics are also collected on a minute-by-minute basis, including details about CPU usage, memory, swap, network activity, I/O operations, and file-system usage.

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In the [Agentless](/manual/features/other-features/agentless-monitoring.md) approach, installing the [system\_stats](/manual/getting-started/postgresql-clusters/extensions/system_stats.md) extension is a requirement for gathering system metrics.
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These diverse metrics are presented in a user-friendly web interface, complete with interactive dashboards and comprehensive charts to facilitate thorough analysis.

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These metrics can also be used for efficient [Data Correlation](/manual/features/tips-and-hints/metric-correlation.md) within your dashboards.

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[Metric Correlation](/manual/features/tips-and-hints/metric-correlation.md)
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Datasentinel also includes a smart monitoring feature that automatically detects and displays any changes in parameters

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[Changed Parameters](/manual/features/other-features/changed-parameters.md)
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### I/O Insights

PostgreSQL 16 introduces an exciting enhancement to database monitoring and performance tuning with the [pg\_stat\_io system view.](https://www.postgresql.org/docs/current/monitoring-stats.html#MONITORING-PG-STAT-IO-VIEW)

This feature provides detailed insights into the I/O behavior of PostgreSQL servers. A new dashboard has been introduced, starting from version 16, to facilitate a deeper understanding of I/O insights.

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