Concept
Database Mode
In WorkStation you use database mode when you want to save configuration changes to the EcoStruxure BMS server database but not send the changes to SmartX servers or other devices.
Once you have selected to run WorkStation in database mode, the setting is saved for profile of the user account you used to log on to WorkStation. If you log on to WorkStation with the same user account but on a different computer, WorkStation opens in database mode.
When WorkStation is in database mode, there is an indication in the status bar.
By default, database mode is switched off.
When you open WorkStation from Project Configuration Tool, WorkStation always opens in database mode.
Database Mode Guidelines
When using database mode, consider the following:
Database mode is not recommended when working on live I/A Series MNL, NETWORK 8000, and MNB devices.
Run-time interactions between the EcoStruxure BMS server and BACnet devices (including the MP Series controllers) still function. For example, watch window and Graphics still display value updates and alarms are still processed from the device.
BACnet device commands (including those utilized in the MP Series controller) still execute. As a result, you can perform uploads and downloads in database mode.
WorkStation
Configuring WorkStation to run in Database Mode
Tools Menu
Status Bar