Operators can log into iFIX manually using the Login program. When the Login program starts, it allows operators to enter their login name and password.
The Login program gives operators three attempts to enter their login name and password correctly. After the third unsuccessful attempt, the Login program exits. Operators can try to log in again by restarting the Login program.
If Windows security is authenticating the login name and password, operators can change their password after they log in. Windows passwords are case-sensitive.
NOTE: Each time an unsuccessful attempt is made to access the iFIX system, a message is sent to the alarm system. If you have configured the Alarm ODBC Service and your relational database, these messages are also written to your relational database, and can be included in the audit trail of your process.
To log into iFIX:
- In Classic view, in the iFIX WorkSpace, in the Application toolbar, click the Login button.
-Or-
In Ribbon view, on the Applications tab, in the System & Security group, click Security, and then click Security Login.
- Enter your login name and password.
- Click Login.
TIP: Other ways you can login to iFIX are from the Options menu in the iFIX Startup window, or the quick access toolbar in the iFIX WorkSpace in run mode
Password Expiration Considerations
When iFIX security is synchronized with Windows security, passwords can expire. If the Windows password has expired, the user is notified and prompted to change the password. If the Windows password is about to expire, a notification message displays, reminding the user to change the password.
For more information about synchronizing iFIX security with Windows security, refer to the Using iFIX with Windows Security chapter.
