How to Allow Multi Users and Computers Access?
C2W Inventory system’s multi-user mode allows one computer to function as a server (storing all data) and other computers to access this data as clients.
Server Setup:
Step 1: Start Web API
Go to Settings -> Web API Launcher and click the ‘Start Web API’ button.
Step 2: Share URL
Copy the URL for the Scanner EndPoint to the client computers
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Step 3: Grant Access
Click ‘Allow access’ when a prompt window appears.
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Step 4: Check Status
Once the Web API is started, a status indicating ‘Web API is running’ should appear, confirming successful activation.
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Step 5: Configure Network
If the server uses WIFI, ensure the Network profile is set to ‘Private network’.
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Client Setup:
Step 6: Client Login
On the login screen, check the ‘[Is Client PC?]’ checkbox and enter the End Point. Click ‘Login’.
The End Point will be saved for subsequent logins.
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These steps will set up your C2W Inventory system for multiple users and computers.