NXT-MSC Controller Setup

NXT-MSC Controller Setup

1.0 Introduction



The following steps explain how to add an NXT-MSC controller to Borealis. It assumes that you have already followed the steps to add an NXT-MSC site to your system. During the steps to claim the hub you will select the site that the hub will be associated with.

Note: The controllers must be added to the same DHCP and internet-enabled network that the hub is connected to. The NXT-MSC controllers will obtain a DHCP address within a few seconds of being connected to the network.

2.0 NXT-MSC Controller Setup Procedure

  1. From the dashboard, click on Hubs.



  2. Your hub will appear in the list.
  3. Locate the Actions drop-down menu on the right, click the down-arrow and select Scan.



  4. The scan function will scan the local network for controllers.
  5. After a few seconds, controllers will appear in the list.
  6. IMPORTANT NOTE: When adding NXT-MSC controllers they will be assigned with a DHCP IP address. 
  7. Place a check mark against the controllers that you wish to claim.
  8. Enter a name for each of the controllers that you wish to add.



  9. Click the CLAIM button.



  10. At the top of the screen you should see a notification that the controller(s) has been successfully claimed.

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