Opening the PADS4 Server Connections Window
To manage server connections:- Navigate to the Home tab in the ribbon bar.
- In the Connections section, click the Manage button.
This opens the PADS4 Server Connections window.
Managing Connections
From the PADS4 Server Connections window, you can:- Add… a new PADS4 Server connection
- Edit… an existing connection
- Remove… a connection no longer needed
Adding or Editing a Server Connection
Whether you’re creating a new connection or modifying an existing one, the configuration window is the same.Connection Tab Settings
Connection Name
A unique name used to identify this server connection in the Scheduler interface.Application Startup Option
Choose whether to automatically connect to this server when PADS4 Scheduler starts.Server Connection Types
| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Automatic | Automatically detects the server. Recommended only when a single PADS4 Server exists in your LAN. Requires UDP port 3702 to be open. |
| This Computer | Assumes PADS4 Server runs on the same machine as the Scheduler. Preferred for local setups. |
| Other | Manually specify the server’s hostname, IP address, or DNS entry. Optionally, click Search… to detect servers on the network. |
Advanced Options: You can define a custom port number if the server is using non-default ports. The port number must match the configuration in PADS4 System Management.
HTTP Settings
Used for web-based communication like audit logging or synchronization.- Automatic: Default settings based on the server configuration.
- Manual: Specify a custom Host Path and Port, useful when using routers, proxies, or port forwarding.
Credentials Tab
Specify the login information for your server connection.- Username: The username for server authentication.
- Password: (Optional) Stored password. If left blank, the user will be prompted.
- Automatic Login: Automatically attempts to log in on connection. If it fails, the user is prompted for credentials.
Tip: Combine Automatic Login with Automatically start this connection to log in seamlessly when launching the application.
Synchronization Tab
Control how presentation content is synchronized between the Scheduler and the Server.- Synchronization Activation:
- Automatic: Synchronizes on change
- Manual: Synchronizes only when initiated by the user
- Never: Disables synchronization
If the server and Scheduler are on the same machine, synchronization may not be necessary.
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PADS4 Content Library Storage Folder:
Define a local folder for content storage if the default location is unsuitable. -
Domain:
Use this field if the server hosts multiple PADS4 domains, or if you’re managing multiple server connections and need to keep them separate. Otherwise, choose Automatic.