Create a Sample JSON File

About this task

To add or modify a collector instance, you can provide a JSON file with the required details. Instead of manually creating the file, you can use the RemoteCollectorConfigurator utility to generate a sample JSON file. You can then modify the file as needed, and then use it to add or modify the collector instance.

Procedure

  1. Run the RemoteCollectorConfigurator.exe file located in the installation folder of the Historian server. By default, it is C:\Program Files\GE Digital.
    A list of options to manage collector instances appears.
  2. Enter 7.
    A list of collector types appears, along with a number assigned to each of them. You are prompted to enter the collector type.
  3. Specify the collector type by entering the corresponding number. For example, if you want to add an instance of the Calculation collector, enter 1.
    A list of destinations appears, along with a number assigned to each of them.
  4. Specify the destination by entering the corresponding number. For example, if the destination is a Historian server, enter 1.
  5. If needed, enter the folder path where you want the sample JSON file to be created. By default, the file will be created in the same folder in which the RemoteCollectorConfigurator utility is located.
    A sample JSON file is created.
  6. As needed, update the sample JSON file with the required collector instance parameters. You can also specify values for the general parameters.

What to do next

Add or modify the collector instance using the sample JSON file that you have created.