Live Data Policy Properties

How do I open Live Data Policy Properties?

Use the

Policy Settings

tab of

Live Data Policy Properties

to select a default communications protocol for a distributed

FactoryTalk

system.

This setting affects communications between client and server services and between the

FactoryTalk Directory

and servers on the network. This setting is considered a "default". If the

FactoryTalk Live Data

service detects that some components on the network are not compatible with the selected policy setting, the service overrides the policy and uses whichever setting is most likely to ensure uninterrupted communications. For example, for third-party servers and

RSLinx Classic

,

FactoryTalk Live Data

does not attempt a TCP/IP connection and always uses DCOM.

Change this setting only if necessary, such as if the system is experiencing communications problems and it is necessary to switch to DCOM for troubleshooting purposes. Thoroughly test communications before deploying this change to a running production system. Many factors affect communications, including firewalls, closed ports, and differences in network architectures and configurations.