3.4 Adding a data source for MindConnect Nano
To receive the data of your MindConnect Nano you need to add a data source. The data source
specifies the protocol and reading cycle that is used to transfer the data from your asset to the
MindConnect Nano. Within the data source, you enter the IP address of the asset inside of your
network.
Requirement
You have created an asset and an aspect.
You have enabled the connection to the MindConnect Nano.
You have the IP address of the asset inside of your network.
Procedure
To add a data source to an asset of type MindConnect, for example: "Generator", follow these
steps:
1. Click on the asset in the "Assets" tab, for example: "Wind turbine".
2. Click on the asset icon, for example: "MindConnect Nano".
3. Click "Add new data sources".
The window to enter the protocol data is opened