Encountering issues while adding a FactoryTalk View SE workstation? The FactorTalk Administration Console prompts for FactoryTalk Network login, but entering Administrator credentials shows no account for the computer in the network directory. How can we ensure the computer is correctly listed in the network directory?
To set up a new computer in FTView Studio, navigate to the "\System\Computers and Groups\Computers" directory in your project tree. Simply right-click on the folder and select "New Computer...". From there, you can easily search your local network or input the computer name manually. Feel free to leave the remaining fields blank unless you have specific requirements to address.
The issue you are experiencing is likely due to your new computer not being connected to the correct FactoryTalk Network Directory. By default, each computer creates its own Network Directory, but you need to join the existing FactoryTalk Network Directory hosted by another computer. To do this, you must identify the network name or IP address of the hosting computer. FactoryTalk includes a tool called "Specify FactoryTalk Directory Location" for this purpose. You will need to launch this tool and disconnect from the local directory (referred to as "localhost") and connect to the remote FactoryTalk Network Directory. Make sure you have the necessary permissions by using a FactoryTalk Admin type account to make changes to your computer's network directory. After launching the tool, select the Remote computer option and browse for the computer hosting the FactoryTalk Network Directory. If you see the desired computer, select it and click OK. If not, manually enter the IP address or computer name and click OK. In the example provided, the remote computer hosting the directory is named CLASSROOM-PC. Ensure to follow the prompts to restart the computer and provide the necessary user credentials on the new server to join the directory successfully. After the reboot, confirm that the new computer is displayed and connected in the tool. This process should also address the steps mentioned in a previous post by lmscar12, but it is crucial to connect to the correct server for it to work effectively.
We received excellent assistance that led us to discovering the FactoryTalk Directory Configuration Wizard, which helped us resolve the issue. Now, everything is running smoothly.
It sounds like you're running into a common issue with FactoryTalk Network credentials. First, make sure that the computer is joined to the correct domain and that the FactoryTalk Directory is set up properly to include the machine. You might also want to verify that the network services are running and that there aren’t any firewall settings blocking the communication. If that all checks out, try restarting the FactoryTalk Network Directory service, which might help refresh the directory and recognize your workstation.
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Answer: Answer: The FactoryTalk Administration Console prompts for FactoryTalk Network login when adding a workstation to ensure secure access and management within the network.
Answer: Answer: If Administrator credentials do not show the computer in the network directory, you may need to verify network connectivity, permissions, and the computer's registration on the network.
Answer: Answer: To ensure the computer is correctly listed in the network directory, check network settings, verify permissions, confirm proper registration of the computer on the network, and troubleshoot any connectivity issues.
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