How to Create a Generic Predator PDM Shop Floor User

How to Create a Generic Predator PDM Shop Floor User

Overview

Predator PDM requires authentication, and some deployments require a generic user for the shop floor. 

Requirements

  1. Review How to Manage Predator PDM Users
  2. Review How to Assign Permissions to a User or User Group
  3. Review Predator PDM Recommended User Groups and Permissions

Create Generic User

  1. Create a new Predator PDM user
    1. e.g. "shopfloor" or "operators"
  2. Set a simple and memorable password
    1. e.g. "shopfloor", "operators", or "predator"
  3. Assign the shopfloor user to Operators user group

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