How do you log the machine name via log4net?

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I am using Log4Net with the AdoNetAppender to log messages from a simple systray application into a SQL Server 2005 database. I want to log the machine name along with the log message because this application will be running on multiple machines and I need to know on which one the message originated. But, I cannot find a way to expose this information via the log4net.Layout.PatternLayout that I am using with the appender. Is there a way to log the machine name via log4net in this manner?

Accepted Answer

You can use the pre-populated property `log4net:HostName`, for example:

```
<conversionPattern value="%property{log4net:HostName}" />
```

This way you don't need to populate the MDC.

How do you log the machine name via log4net?

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