Historian 7.0 SP1 Features

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Historian 7.0 SP1 is a full product install that includes all previously released features and functions in Historian 7.0, along with SIM1 additions and the following new capabilities:
OPC HDA Collector
Historian 7.0 SP1 provides the OPC HDA Collector, which collects data from any OPC HDA 1.2 -compliant OPC HDA Server. The OPC HDA Collector automatically determines the capability of the OPC HDA Server to which it is connected, and supports the appropriate features based on this information. The OPC HDA Collector can be found in the directory named Collectors in the Historian software DVD media. The OPC HDA Collector is delivered as a Windows installer. Each OPC HDA Collector consumes a CAL.
OPC UA Data Access (DA) Collector for Windows
Historian 7.0 SP1 provides the OPC UA Data Access (DA) Collector for Microsoft Windows systems. The OPC UA DA Collector is used to collect data from any OPC UA 1.0-compliant OPC UA Server. The OPC UA DA Collector automatically determines the capability of the OPC UA Server to which it is connected, and supports the appropriate features based on this information. Each OPC UA DA Collector consumes a CAL.
Single and Simplified Installation Process
All Historian 7.0 capabilities are included in a single installer, and your specific implementation is controlled by the license you have purchased. You can:
  • Use the automated install image to install your Historian product in minutes.
  • Install Historian on a VM or physical server.
  • Start with a fresh install of Historian, or easily upgrade from an existing version.
Transport Layer Security Protocol 1.2 Support
Bi-modal Collectors support the Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocol 1.2. The TLS 1.2 protocol provides communications security over the Internet. The protocol provides privacy and data integrity between communicating applications.
Cloud Information and Related Configuration Settings for Bi-Modal Collectors
During the installation procedure of a Bi-modal Collector for Cloud connectivity, you are prompted to provide Cloud information and related configuration settings.
New Operations for REST APIs
New operations have been added to the REST API to provide the ability for you to manage tags. These operations include:
  • Add (single tag)
  • Bulk Add
  • Get (single tag properties)
  • Update (single tag properties)
  • Delete (single tag)

For more information, refer to the Historian REST APIs Reference manual.