Procedure
To create an asset type proceed as follows:
1. Click on the "Types" tab in Asset Manager.
2. Click on "BasicDevice".
3. To create a new asset type click .
4. Enter ID and name for asset type, e. g. "Wind turbine".
The ID must be named as "TenantID.xxx".
5.Click "Image" to add an image to the aspect type.(optional)
6.Click "Variables" to add variable(s) to the aspect type.(optional)
7.Click "Aspects" and click "Browse aspects" to select an aspect from the dropdown menu and
then click "Add". For more information on adding aspect type. see "Creating an aspect and
variables for MindConnect Nano".
8.Click "Save" to save the asset type .
Result
The new asset type is successfully created. The new asset type is now available in the presets. The
following graphic shows the new available asset type "Wind turbine" in assets.