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Machine Configuration

Overview​

The Machine Configuration module is used to establish communication settings between the system and configured machines. It allows users to define machine connectivity parameters such as IP Address, Port, and Connection Type to enable data exchange and machine monitoring.

Key Features​

  • Configure machine communication settings
  • Associate configuration with a machine
  • Define IP Address and Port details
  • Manage machine connectivity
  • Edit existing configurations
  • Delete configurations
  • Search machine configurations
  • Refresh configuration data

Machine Configuration List​

The Machine Configuration screen displays all configured machine communication settings.

ColumnDescription
S.NoSequential number of the configuration record
NameMachine name
IP AddressMachine network IP address
PortCommunication port number
Connection TypeCommunication protocol used by the machine
StatusActive or Inactive
ActionsEdit and Delete operations

Add Machine Configuration​

Steps​

  1. Click Add New.
  2. Select a Machine from the dropdown list.
  3. Enter the Machine IP Address.
  4. Enter the Communication Port Number.
  5. Select the Connection Type.
  6. Configure any additional communication parameters if applicable.
  7. Click Save.

Result​

The machine configuration is saved successfully and becomes available for communication.

note

Only machines that are not already configured are available for selection when creating a new configuration.

Edit Machine Configuration​

Steps​

  1. Click the Edit icon corresponding to the required machine configuration.
  2. Modify the configuration details.
  3. Click Save.

Result​

The machine configuration is updated successfully.

Delete Machine Configuration​

Steps​

  1. Click the Delete icon corresponding to the configuration.
  2. Confirm the deletion.

Result​

The selected machine configuration is removed from the system.

warning

Deleting a machine configuration may interrupt communication between the machine and the system.

Search Machine Configurations​

Steps​

  1. Use the search box available on the toolbar.
  2. Enter a machine name, IP address, or related keyword.
  3. Matching records are displayed automatically.

Refresh Configuration Data​

Steps​

  1. Click the Refresh button.
  2. The latest machine configuration records are loaded from the system.

Status Definitions​

StatusDescription
ActiveConfiguration is enabled and communication is available
InactiveConfiguration is disabled and communication is unavailable

Available Actions​

ActionDescription
Add NewCreate a machine configuration
EditModify existing configuration details
DeleteRemove a configuration
SearchFind configurations quickly
RefreshReload configuration data

Best Practices​

  • Verify the Machine IP Address before saving.
  • Ensure the Port Number matches the machine communication settings.
  • Use the correct Connection Type for the machine.
  • Avoid creating duplicate configurations.
  • Confirm network connectivity before enabling the configuration.