Solution Center is where you create, open, and manage solutions. It handles licensing, connects to local or remote servers, and launches Designer for configuration or Runtime for execution. All solutions are stored as single .dbsln files containing the complete configuration.
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Key Concepts
| Term | Description | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Solution File (.dbsln) | Encrypted SQL database containing all configurations | Single file contains tags, displays, scripts, all modules |
| Solution List | Central display of available solutions | Shows status, preview images, organization folders |
| Server Connection | Access to local or remote solutions | Via TWebServices (port 10108) |
| Execution Profiles | Runtime modes with different security levels | Development, Validation, or Production |
| Multi-User Access | Concurrent engineering capability | Multiple users can work on same solution |
| Click-Once Deployment | Browser-based Designer launch | No local installation required |
What Solution Center Does
| Solution Management | Solution Execution | System Administration |
|---|---|---|
Create new solutions Open existing solutions Upgrade legacy projects | List running solution Run solutions Run diagnostics tools | License management Service configuration Remote access setup |
Typical Workflow
| Step | Action | Description | Options |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Connect | Select server | Choose local or remote server | Local, IP address, domain name |
| 2. Create/Open | Solution selection | New solution or open existing | Blank, template, import, .dbsln file |
| 3. Verify License | Check status | Ensure appropriate license | Development, Runtime, Combined |
| 4. Configure | Launch Designer | Edit solution configuration | Exclusive or multi-user mode |
| 5. Select Profile | Set execution mode | Choose runtime behavior | Development, Validation, Production |
| 6. Execute | Start Runtime | Run the solution | With selected profile and clients |
Feature Highlights
Solution Organization
- Single-file architecture - All configurations in one .dbsln file
- Preview images - MainPage display shown as thumbnail
- Multiple views - List, Card, or Table display options
- Search and filter - Quick solution location
- Folder organization - Logical grouping of solutions
Collaboration Features
- Multi-user support - Concurrent engineering on same solution
- Server-based access - Centralized solution repository
- Access control - Security keys for remote connections
- Version management - Built-in backup and restore
- Legacy migration - Upgrade path from .tProj files (v9.1+)
License Management
- Unified licensing - Single point for all operations
- License types - Development, Runtime, Combined, Trial
- Feature visibility - Tag count, user limits, I/O points
- Remote activation - Online and offline activation
- Expiration monitoring - Proactive renewal alerts
Deployment Flexibility
- Click-Once technology - Zero-installation Designer access
- Cross-platform - Windows desktop and web browser
- Remote management - Full functionality over network
- Template library - Industry-specific starting points
- Automated startup - Solution auto-launch configuration
How It Fits in the Solution Lifecycle
Solution Center
Solution Center is the first touchpoint in the Solution Lifecycle:
- Solution Center ← You are here (Create and manage)
- Designer - Configure your solution
- Runtime - Execute and monitor
It serves as both the starting point for new solutions and the ongoing management hub throughout the solution's lifecycle.
What's Next
- [Designer (Concept)] - Configure your solution
- [Runtime (Concept)] - Execute and monitor
- [Solution Center (How-to Guide)] - Step-by-step instructions
Central hub for creating, managing, and launching FrameworX solutions with multi-user collaboration support.
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