Ok, well in that case I would probably have the batch file launch putty, do a connection test and then have the batch file close - which should give logview what it needs.

I could always have the initial batch file spawn another batch file that exists in a loop (testing connectivity, reconnecting if needed) until LogViewPlus.exe doesnt exist anymore (closed, therefore not needed).

What you propose should work fine

Thanks Slack.  I will post back here when we have something available in beta.