Assigning Native EMS Names Individually to Slots

You can assign alphanumeric names to slots by using the nativeEMSName data element. You can use this element as a network-facing slot name that is independent of the slot number.

To assign names individually:

1. Open an Equipment specification in the Equipment Specification editor.

2. Click the Visualization tab.

3. In the canvas are, click an occupied slot.

   The selected slot is highlighted in the canvas, and information about it appears in the information area.

4. In the information area, enter a value for the selected slot in the nativeEMSName field.

5. From the File menu, select Save.

Related Topics

Defining Visualization Tab Item Elements

Equipment Specification Editor