Connect to an OPC DA server

Follow the guide Add Module to Apis Hive, but this time select a module of type ApisOPC from the Module type dropdown list.

  • After adding the module, select the new module named "ApisOPC1" from the Solution Explorer.
  • In the Properties Editor, enter values for:
    • Computer: The IP address or DNS name of your OPC server machine. If the OPC server is running on your local computer, you should leave this property blank.
    • Server: Select the name of the OPC server from the dropdown list.

TIP: If you cannot see the name of your OPC server, take a look at the Guide OPC DCOM Setup . The log viewer in Apis Management Studio can also be useful when troubleshooting DCOM Setup.

  • Press "Apply" when done.

Follow the guide Add Items to a Module, but this time add item of type "OPC Item".

  • Click the "Browse" button.
  • A dialog opens that lets you select items from your OPC Server. Click "Ok" when done.

  • The item list will get new entries showing the added items.