If you are interested in using a remote MySQL database for Zenoss, set it up the same way you would set it up if you were using a native database. Then log into the management console.
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First change the database address for the Backend Type for the mysql database.
From the Zenoss Dashboard, in the Navigational menu, select Event Manager.
The ZenEventManager page appears.
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Change the Hostname field to the address of the MySQL database you want to use.
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Restart Zenoss.
The MySQL database you entered is now the default database.