The NETx BMS Server Extension Manager is a tool that allows to install and update extensions from the central repository hosted by NETx Automation. These extensions range from plug-ins for specific field level protocols to XLogic implementations presumably useful for many users of our software.
When the BMS Server is stopped, the Extension Manager can be started from the BMS Studio menu Extensions / Manager / Start extension manager...
The Extension Manager window appears:
Up to now there are two categories of extensions available:
- Plugins: BMS Server plugins for enhanced modes of field level communication.
- XLogic: useful XLogic commands that are documented in the XLogic library area of this knowledge base.
Installation
To install an extension, simply select the extension by ticking the corresponding checkbox and click Install.
After a successful installation the confirmation appears:
The restart of the BMS Studio (not only the server) is now required before the extension can be used.
Install Extensions Offline
In some closed systems there is not internet connection. Although it is still possible to install those packages from Extension Manager offline.
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Open command prompt with administrative privileges:
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ExtensionManager.exe -i Package.nxp |
Packages have been successfully installed. In Extension Manager, Packages are installed and ready to use.
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