Installation

BPO MConnect

  • BPO_MConnect will get meter readings from FMAudit and populate the Meter Reading in Unprocessed Meters.
  • The meter reading will not be loaded if the current reading is less than the prior reading.
  • I nstall BPOMConnect on the server. Install location: C:\Program Files (x86)\CO3 Technologies (Pty) Ltd\MConnect
  • Ensure that the Environment file is configured with the correct Service Manager Environment and FMAudit Login details. After the initial application run, the FMAudit username and password will be encrypted.
  • Add the same FMAudit URL (from the environment file) to the MConnect config file.
  • Check that the correct permission have been set on the 'Log' folder - 'C:\Program Files (x86)\CO3 Technologies (Pty) Ltd\MConnect\Log'
  • Ensure that the correct Meter Definition Codes are configured in the MeterNameMapping file.
  • Add a Scheduled Task in Windows to run the BPO_MConnect application once a day.
Access:  Server > Windows

Installation

  • Run the 'BPO_MConnect' Installation file
  • With increased Windows security, you may need to run the installation from the accompanying 'setup' file.
  • It is recommended that you start the installation with: 'Run as Administrator'

  • The BPO_MConnect Setup Wizard will begin
  • Click on the 'Next' button

  • The default location for installation is: C:\Program Files (x86)\CO3 Technologies (Pty) Ltd\MConnect. It is recommended that you keep this default location. Keeping a standard will make upgrades easier.
  • Ensure that 'Everyone' is selected for the install.
  • Click on the 'Next' button.

  • Confirm the installation by clicking on the 'Next' button.

  • The wizard will indicate installation progress.

  • The installation file will indicate that installation is complete.
  • Click on the 'Close' button.

Configuration

  • Make sure you have configured the Envn files in C:\Program Files (x86)\CO3 Technologies (Pty) Ltd\MConnect
    • Print Service Environment Name
    • FM Audit login details

  • Ensure you have updated the MConnect.exe Config file with the FM Audit URL

  • Update the 'MeterNameMapping' file to map to the meters in BPO.  You need to use the Meter Definition Codes.