Rockwell Automation FactoryTalk Scheduler Users Guide - Manual (Page 8)

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you to check the schedule performance against the defined objectives and adjust the
schedule if necessary.
Since FactoryTalk Scheduler was designed to be highly configurable, your installation
may look somewhat different from the examples in this guide. The figures and dialogs
shown here are based on the tutorial example of a small manufacturing system (BizBikes,
Inc.) that produces bicycles, which is included with the FactoryTalk Scheduler software.
This example system was selected because it contains many of the key features that are
often used in a typical FactoryTalk Scheduler installation.
Intended audience
We assume that you are a manufacturing or production engineer/manager and are familiar
with the basic concepts and terms used in discrete manufacturing. You are interested in
predicting the performance of your factory or evaluating the impact of some proposed
changes. A familiarity with computers and the Microsoft
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Windows
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operating system is
assumed. A familiarity with the concepts and terms used in simulation is also helpful.
Installation and startup
Before installing the software, we recommend that you review the product information
contained in the RSBizWare Administrator’s Guide. Then follow the step-by-step
procedures outlined in the guide (or referenced on the quick-start checklist card enclosed
in your package) to attain a successful installation and configuration of your software.
The Administrator’s Guide also includes valuable information on hardware/software
requirements; reinstalling the software; activations, privileges, and permissions; and
installing and creating SQL Server databases.
Note: It is also important to review the Release Notes file located on the installation CD-ROM.
This file lists the hardware and software that is necessary to use the RSBizWare software
effectively, known issues and anomalies, and new features of the current release of the software.
Where can I go for help?
Our commitment to your success starts with the suite of learning aids and assistance we
provide with FactoryTalk Scheduler. Whether you’re new to finite-capacity scheduling or
a seasoned veteran putting a new tool to use, you’ll quickly feel at home with FactoryTalk
Scheduler.
Reference the user’s guides
Printed copies of the RSBizWare Administrator’s Guide and the FactoryTalk Scheduler
User’s Guide are distributed in the box with the software and an electronic copy of each
guide is available from the RSBizWare software installation CD-ROM or from the