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System Design Aspects
(Topology)
The following concepts can be 'mixed and
matched' as desired when designing a system:
PCs / Environments:
The MONITOR AFx
Director software can be installed for use on a
single-PC, or across multiple PCs in a network
environment. Different aspects of the software
will be installed, depending on what each PC is
used for (database server, operator
workstation, and/or for panel/modem
connections).
Client access to the server database is protected—
based on a definable list of clients, each with its
associated network "IP address". Multiple central
databases can also be managed if desired. An
operator can logoff from one server, and then login to
another one.
Sites / Accounts:
For managing larger
systems, and systems in multiple locations, the
MONITOR AFx Director software uses the
concept of "Accounts". Each account can be a
single panel, or many panels in different
locations. Essentially, an account is a set of
panel(s) or site(s) that will be managed as a
single entity (shared users, etc.). Accounts
can be arranged in folders, which are
referenced when assigning operator
permissions.
Selecting an account shows the monitoring window with
messages received from the specific account, and
provides access to admin. and configuration topics for
the selected account.
Panels and Connections:
Each account can
include 1-60 panels (subject to licensing and
PC / network performance). Up to 30 panels
at a time can be connected together to share a
single connection to a PC or modem.
Panels can connect through any PC in the
MONITOR AFx Director system. A specific
connection can be direct (via cable), or using
System / Hardware Reference
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