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Chapter

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Operator Workstation (OWS)

Introduction

The operator workstation (OWS) provides the graphical view and interface
into the process. The workstation is a client of either a PASS or application
HMI server. The OWS supports operator interaction and is not meant to
support development or maintenance activities. The available OWS is catalog
number 7477-IC2VC.

To configure an OWS, complete these steps.

1. Locate the FactoryTalk Directory services.

2. Change the Windows configuration.

3. Configure the FactoryTalk Activation client.

4. Start your project.

IMPORTANT

Make sure the PASS is already configured. For more
information, see chapter Chapter 2 Process Automation Server
(PASS) on page 9.

Topic

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Locate the FactoryTalk Directory Services

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Change the Windows Configuration

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Configure the FactoryTalk Activation Client

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Start Your Project

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OWS Details

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