# General Discussion **URL:** https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/c/general-discussion/5.md?page=14 [Latest](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/tags.md) **Page:** 15 --- ## [Allen Bradley PowerMonitor 5000](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/allen-bradley-powermonitor-5000/10341)
**Author:** [@rbuller](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/rbuller)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2025, 6:42pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/allen-bradley-powermonitor-5000/10341 "2025-03-17T18:42:57Z")
Hi All, We recently setup an Allen Bradley PowerMonitor 5000 and I'm trying to link it to Ignition over E-IP. We have successfully setup the meter and can communicate via the web based interface included with the meter… --- ## [Ensuring unique serialization per part type across multiple stations/machines](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ensuring-unique-serialization-per-part-type-across-multiple-stations-machines/103730)
**Author:** [@ryan.white](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/ryan.white)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2025, 5:37pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ensuring-unique-serialization-per-part-type-across-multiple-stations-machines/103730 "2025-03-17T17:37:46Z")
We are trying to figure out how to enforce serialization uniqueness per part type across multiple machines/stations making multiple parts. My thought on how to approach this was to have globalId, partSerial and partType… --- ## [STS 14.5 and CPU 420](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/sts-14-5-and-cpu-420/103772)
**Author:** [@ETS](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/ETS)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 17, 2025, 2:51pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/sts-14-5-and-cpu-420/103772 "2025-03-17T14:51:59Z")
How to add Moscad CPU Series 420 to STS 14.5 version. What is the pinout on the cable? It is a MOTOROLA MOSCAD FLN2414B CPU SERIES 420 device. This CPU needs to be connected to a computer that has Motorola System Tools… --- ## [Remote stack light triggering off tag values in kepware](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/remote-stack-light-triggering-off-tag-values-in-kepware/103699)
**Author:** [@a-vanmeter](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/a-vanmeter)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 14, 2025, 3:23pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/remote-stack-light-triggering-off-tag-values-in-kepware/103699 "2025-03-14T15:23:35Z")
We currently have a system where machines in need to be monitored by personnel in different locations. When the machine in question alarms, they cannot hear the alarm or see the stack light. The alarms do translate into … --- ## [Ignition upgrade 8.0 to 8.1](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-upgrade-8-0-to-8-1/103650)
**Author:** [@Marcos\_Verdugo](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Marcos_Verdugo)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 13, 2025, 8:07pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-upgrade-8-0-to-8-1/103650 "2025-03-13T20:07:35Z")
Hi, I have Ignition 8.0.2, and I want to upgrade to 8.1.X (whatever version is the latest currently). I am aware that it is a good idea to make a gateway backup just in case. I have some modules with licenses activated. … --- ## [How to build AI Agents for Machines?](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/how-to-build-ai-agents-for-machines/103576)
**Author:** [@midhunxavier](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/midhunxavier)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [March 12, 2025, 3:47pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/how-to-build-ai-agents-for-machines/103576 "2025-03-12T15:47:56Z")
How to build AI Agents for Machines? --- ## [Logix Abbreviated Data Types](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/logix-abbreviated-data-types/103527)
**Author:** [@dan.deason](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/dan.deason)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 11, 2025, 7:34pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/logix-abbreviated-data-types/103527 "2025-03-11T19:34:42Z")
I've been working on an open source eip comms library unrelated to ignition. As part of that, I've implemented the "abbreviated data type" crc calculation detailed here (https://www.rockwellautomation.com/content/dam/roc… --- ## [Ignition 8.3 User Authentication & Upgrade](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-8-3-user-authentication-upgrade/103437)
**Author:** [@patryk.labuzek](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/patryk.labuzek)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2025, 7:09pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-8-3-user-authentication-upgrade/103437 "2025-03-10T19:09:11Z")
Hi all, Reaching out with questions I have and can't seem to find the answer to on the online Ignition resources. Firstly, will there be any updates in Ignition 8.3 regarding user authentication through Active Director… --- ## [Help with creating an expression that searches tag values](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/help-with-creating-an-expression-that-searches-tag-values/103378)
**Author:** [@sam.dickson](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/sam.dickson)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2025, 8:57pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/help-with-creating-an-expression-that-searches-tag-values/103378 "2025-03-07T20:57:47Z")
I am trying to create a view that records flightbar information based on its location. Each of my tags for flightbars have a location parameter and I would like to create a view that when that location parameter matches … --- ## [Odbc connection](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/odbc-connection/91349)
**Author:** [@Matt\_Kern](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Matt_Kern)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [March 7, 2025, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/odbc-connection/91349 "2025-03-07T16:47:01Z")
Hi: Does Ignition support ODBC drivers? Any links to describe how to setup connectivity with Ignition? Thanks! --- ## [Airlink vs.Twilio](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/airlink-vs-twilio/103330)
**Author:** [@halbiglogan05](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/halbiglogan05)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [March 6, 2025, 2:26pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/airlink-vs-twilio/103330 "2025-03-06T14:26:09Z")
I was wondering if anyone could give they're opinion on which one is better Airlink for SMS Alarm Notification or Twilio for SMS Alarm Notification. Does someone have experience in both? From the looks of everything on … --- ## [Need Help Controlling Legend Behavior in Perspective XY Chart](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/need-help-controlling-legend-behavior-in-perspective-xy-chart/102760)
**Author:** [@GOKULAKANNAN\_P](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/GOKULAKANNAN_P)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2025, 9:44pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/need-help-controlling-legend-behavior-in-perspective-xy-chart/102760 "2025-02-23T21:44:05Z")
Hello all, I’m facing an issue with controlling the legend in the XY Chart component in Ignition Perspective. The default legend allows me to show/hide bars properly. However, when I try to control the visibility … --- ## [D365 integration with Ignition Perspective](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/d365-integration-with-ignition-perspective/71838)
**Author:** [@YF129701](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/YF129701)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2025, 3:38pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/d365-integration-with-ignition-perspective/71838 "2025-03-05T15:38:13Z")
I'm looking into different methods of accessing data from the Dynamics 365 ERP system to bring into Ignition (as well as writing back to D365 eventually). The ideal approach would handle large datasets (10k+ records) wel… --- ## [Emerson Drivers for New FB3000 RTU](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/emerson-drivers-for-new-fb3000-rtu/103214)
**Author:** [@Arlen\_Irvin](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Arlen_Irvin)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 4, 2025, 10:34pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/emerson-drivers-for-new-fb3000-rtu/103214 "2025-03-04T22:34:07Z")
We are starting to deploy some new Emerson RTUs and I'm wondering if there are ignition driver available. --- ## [User log in error](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/user-log-in-error/103019)
**Author:** [@dustin.mendoza](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/dustin.mendoza)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 28, 2025, 12:20am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/user-log-in-error/103019 "2025-02-28T00:20:25Z")
Good morning. Kindly help to check the SCADA error in the log in browser, The SCADA log in error occurs between 11:00 pm to 1:00 am, and then after 1:00 am, it goes back to normal. Thank you. --- ## [Perspective Report Font Style](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/perspective-report-font-style/103005)
**Author:** [@csilk](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/csilk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 27, 2025, 8:04pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/perspective-report-font-style/103005 "2025-02-27T20:04:01Z")
I have a report created in Perspective (v8.1.44) Reporting Module (v6.1.44). Within my report, I have a table component. This data in the tables' cells are populated thru a SQL Query. For the cells of the table, I want t… --- ## [\[IGN-1553\]Easy Chart - Clicking on a trend line on the chart doesn't show the right description](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ign-1553-easy-chart-clicking-on-a-trend-line-on-the-chart-doesnt-show-the-right-description/102158)
**Author:** [@Kyle\_Latzke](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Kyle_Latzke)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2025, 8:22pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ign-1553-easy-chart-clicking-on-a-trend-line-on-the-chart-doesnt-show-the-right-description/102158 "2025-02-26T20:22:54Z")
Good Morning, I have a problem where I'll click on a trend line, it will update to the value of the line but show the wrong lines color and description. I've attached a gif showing the pen legend and the mouseover valu… --- ## [SCADA error in the login](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/scada-error-in-the-login/102873)
**Author:** [@dustin.mendoza](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/dustin.mendoza)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2025, 8:57am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/scada-error-in-the-login/102873 "2025-02-26T08:57:44Z")
Good morning, please help us check the SCADA login error. Other PCs are also encountering the same issue. The username and password are considered invalid when logging in, but after a few hours, I am able to log in witho… --- ## [Linking Tables in MySQL](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/linking-tables-in-mysql/102853)
**Author:** [@William\_Howard](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/William_Howard)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2025, 6:44pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/linking-tables-in-mysql/102853 "2025-02-25T18:44:07Z")
Not sure if this is the best place to post this question but thought someone hear might now a bit more then me about MySQL. we are currently setting up some table to store are user data and im looking into how we can lin… --- ## [How to edit StartTime and EndTime of an Historical Production run without using MES value editor (Ignition + Sepasoft)](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/how-to-edit-starttime-and-endtime-of-an-historical-production-run-without-using-mes-value-editor-ignition-sepasoft/102808)
**Author:** [@Sanath\_Hebbar\_P](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Sanath_Hebbar_P)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2025, 5:45pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/how-to-edit-starttime-and-endtime-of-an-historical-production-run-without-using-mes-value-editor-ignition-sepasoft/102808 "2025-02-24T17:45:22Z")
Hi everyone, I'm looking for a method to edit the StartTime and EndTime of a historical Production Run using a Sepasoft MES script. The MES Value Editor allows changes by selecting different tagCollectors types, but I n… --- ## [Time Between Alarms](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/time-between-alarms/101684)
**Author:** [@William\_Howard](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/William_Howard)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2025, 4:47pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/time-between-alarms/101684 "2025-02-24T16:47:24Z")
I'm looking for a way to add a time delay between alarms so for example i have a warning alarm and i want it to be sent just once a day even if the conditions for it to send out an alarm are met again if it has already h… --- ## [Curiosity? Gateway Timer Event Scripts](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/curiosity-gateway-timer-event-scripts/102368)
**Author:** [@Aaron\_Schuleman](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Aaron_Schuleman)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [February 21, 2025, 5:54pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/curiosity-gateway-timer-event-scripts/102368 "2025-02-21T17:54:11Z")
Hey there community! I was just curious at how many scripts Ignition can handle before "bogging" down the system. I have around 25 scripts. Only 18 are timer scripts that run every second. At what point is too much f… --- ## [Ignition Sever with AWS Cloud Infrastructure Recommendation](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-sever-with-aws-cloud-infrastructure-recommendation/102553)
**Author:** [@Ramya\_R1](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Ramya_R1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2025, 12:00am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/ignition-sever-with-aws-cloud-infrastructure-recommendation/102553 "2025-02-20T00:00:16Z")
We are planning to set up a new Ignition server on AWS cloud infrastructure and kindly share the recommendations on the server structure. Our requirements are as follows: Requirement 1: Number of Machines: 120 Infrast… --- ## [User Manual Search Function Down](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/user-manual-search-function-down/102569)
**Author:** [@Kyle\_Young](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Kyle_Young)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2025, 6:43pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/user-manual-search-function-down/102569 "2025-02-19T18:43:01Z")
I am having trouble with the search function at Vision | Ignition User Manual. I am returning no results for anything I even searched tag got nothing is it just me? --- ## [Unable to start Ignition Service](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/unable-to-start-ignition-service/102523)
**Author:** [@jdelgado](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/jdelgado)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2025, 5:40pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/unable-to-start-ignition-service/102523 "2025-02-19T17:40:43Z")
Hi, I have an installation of 8.1.5 that has been running since 2021 and the customer contacted me saying that the system is not running. I still have the installed file on the server I try to re-run it thinking it wil… --- ## [Cognex Web HMI with iframe](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/cognex-web-hmi-with-iframe/70030)
**Author:** [@Peter\_Thao](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Peter_Thao)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2025, 5:20pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/cognex-web-hmi-with-iframe/70030 "2025-02-19T17:20:18Z")
Has anyone tried to embed Cognex D900 Web HMI into ignition Perspective using iframe? --- ## [License of SQL Server](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/license-of-sql-server/102559)
**Author:** [@Diego\_Mejia](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Diego_Mejia)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2025, 5:01pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/license-of-sql-server/102559 "2025-02-19T17:01:33Z")
Hello, I am totally new to SQL, I used a SQL server express for my project without knowing that I had a limitation of 10 Gb of storage. What license should I have to be able to connect SQL server to ignition? it is only … --- ## [OPC communication between equipmets and Ignition fails unexpectedly](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/opc-communication-between-equipmets-and-ignition-fails-unexpectedly/102529)
**Author:** [@Andrea\_Salmaso](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/Andrea_Salmaso)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2025, 12:51pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/opc-communication-between-equipmets-and-ignition-fails-unexpectedly/102529 "2025-02-19T12:51:15Z")
Hi, in my company we just installed a new line, which is a clone of another one we already have, so this new line is running the same Ignition project as the old one. To give you a bit of context, we have 7 OPC server… --- ## [How to pass the selected tab as a parameter](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/how-to-pass-the-selected-tab-as-a-parameter/102207)
**Author:** [@jim.baldauf](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/jim.baldauf)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 18, 2025, 5:55pm UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/how-to-pass-the-selected-tab-as-a-parameter/102207 "2025-02-18T17:55:51Z")
Before you get too rough with me, I have seen solutions for passing a parameter using scripting. This is more about finding a parameter that is unique to which specific tab has been selected. The "selectedTab" parameter … --- ## [Export powerchart](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/export-powerchart/102354)
**Author:** [@ezzat\_wan](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/u/ezzat_wan)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [February 17, 2025, 9:14am UTC](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/t/export-powerchart/102354 "2025-02-17T09:14:31Z")
Hi, i have export powerchart to csv. but i generate both same timestamp for each data. but the value is different. what does it mean? Thanks Ezt. [Previous page](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/c/general-discussion/5.md?page=13) [Next page](https://forum.inductiveautomation.com/c/general-discussion/5.md?page=15)