computer-playbook/roles/sys-ctl-hlth-msmtp
Kevin Veen-Birkenbach 2569abc0be
Refactor systemctl services and timers
- Unified service templates into generic systemctl templates
- Introduced reusable filter plugins for script path handling
- Updated path variables and service/timer definitions
- Migrated roles (backup, cleanup, repair, etc.) to use systemctl role
- Added sys-daemon role for core systemd cleanup
- Simplified timer handling via sys-timer role

Note: This is a large refactor and some errors may still exist. Further testing and adjustments will be needed.
2025-08-18 21:22:16 +02:00
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sys-ctl-hlth-msmtp

Description

This Ansible role sends periodic health check emails using msmtp to verify that your mail transport agent is operational. It deploys a simple script and hooks it into a systemd service and timer, with failure notifications sent via Telegram.

Overview

Optimized for Archlinux, this role creates the required directory structure, installs and configures the sys-ctl-hlth-check script, and integrates with the sys-ctl-alm-telegram role. It uses the sys-timer role to schedule regular checks based on your customizable OnCalendar setting.

Purpose

The sys-ctl-hlth-msmtp role ensures that your mail transport system stays available by sending a test email at defined intervals. If the email fails, a Telegram alert is triggered, allowing you to detect and address issues before they impact users.

Features

  • Directory & Script Deployment: Sets up sys-ctl-hlth-msmtp/ and deploys a templated Bash script to send test emails via msmtp.
  • Systemd Service & Timer: Provides .service and .timer units to run the check and schedule it automatically.
  • Failure Notifications: Leverages sys-ctl-alm-telegram to push alerts when the script exits with an error.
  • Configurable Schedule: Define your desired check frequency using the on_calendar_health_msmtp variable.
  • Email Destination: Specify the recipient via the users.administrator.email variable.