Troubleshooting

Solutions for common Nginx issues like 502 errors, connection refused, timeouts, and log analysis

Debugging Nginx Configuration Syntax and Startup Failures

Debugging Nginx Configuration Syntax and Startup Failures

Learn essential techniques for diagnosing why Nginx fails to start. This guide focuses on using the critical `nginx -t` command to validate configuration syntax errors, interpreting system logs via `journalctl`, and troubleshooting common runtime issues like port conflicts. Master the steps to quickly resolve startup failures and bring your Nginx service back online.

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Resolving Nginx 504 Gateway Timeout and Client Timeout Issues

Resolving Nginx 504 Gateway Timeout and Client Timeout Issues

Master Nginx timeouts, including the dreaded 504 Gateway Timeout, by learning to adjust critical proxy directives. This guide details how to increase `proxy_read_timeout`, optimize buffering, and use error logs to diagnose communication failures between Nginx and upstream servers for robust connection handling.

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Mastering Nginx Log Analysis for Efficient Troubleshooting

Mastering Nginx Log Analysis for Efficient Troubleshooting

Unlock efficient troubleshooting by mastering Nginx access and error logs. This guide details how to configure custom log formats to capture crucial timing metrics, enabling you to pinpoint performance bottlenecks within Nginx or the upstream application server. Learn to instantly diagnose critical issues like 502 and 504 errors using error log severity levels, and utilize powerful shell commands (`grep`, `awk`) to filter, count, and analyze traffic patterns quickly.

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Fixing Nginx 'Connection Refused' Errors: A Practical Troubleshooting Guide

Fixing Nginx 'Connection Refused' Errors: A Practical Troubleshooting Guide

Don't let 'Connection Refused' errors halt your service. This comprehensive guide provides expert, actionable steps for troubleshooting Nginx connection failures. Learn how to systematically diagnose common causes, including inactive Nginx services, restrictive local and cloud firewalls, and misconfigured reverse proxy settings. We detail essential commands—from checking service status and active ports (`ss`, `systemctl`) to validating proxy connectivity (`curl`)—ensuring you can pinpoint the root cause and restore full server functionality quickly.

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How to Diagnose and Resolve Nginx 502 Bad Gateway Errors

How to Diagnose and Resolve Nginx 502 Bad Gateway Errors

Encountering an Nginx 502 Bad Gateway error? This comprehensive guide walks you through diagnosing and resolving the issue. Learn to interpret Nginx error logs, verify upstream server status, and troubleshoot common causes like misconfigured proxy settings, PHP-FPM issues, resource exhaustion, and firewall blocks. With practical examples and step-by-step solutions, you'll swiftly identify the root cause and restore your web services, ensuring smooth operation and minimal downtime.

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