Enter the scan interval to be assigned to the device (default is 1000). The scan interval is the target time in milliseconds at which the current device will be scanned; it is the scan time which could be achieved under optimal circumstances. This will vary greatly from network to network, depending upon the number and type of devices being managed, the amount of data being requested by the client applications, and even the architecture of the network itself. The valid range for scan interval is 1 to 9999999; scan intervals less than 100 milliseconds are usually impossible due to network timing constraints.
Clicking OK accepts the entries and returns to the Device Configuration dialog box.
Modify
Select the device (topic) to be modified and click the Modify button. The Modify Device Configuration dialog box will appear. The options and fields in this dialog box are similar to those in the Add Device Configuration dialog box. Make any necessary modifications and click on the OK button. The modified information is reflected in the Device Configuration dialog box.
Delete
To delete a device (topic), select it and click on this button.
Activate checkbox
At the bottom right of the Device Configuration dialog box, you’ll notice a check box labeled Activate. This box provides a
Device Type Information
CAUTION: Advanced users only. Do not access this option unless you have studied Chapter 6 and are sure of what you are doing. Misuse of this option may cause errors or malfunction of the Server.
See Chapter 6 of the
Operational Parameters
CAUTION: Advanced users only. Do not access this option unless you have studied Chapter 6 and are sure of what you are doing. Misuse of this option may cause errors or malfunction of the Server.
See Chapter 6 of the User’s Guide, Advanced Options, for information on this option.
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