Creating Host Profile

Use this page to create the profile for the host computer used for receiving or sending the files.

  1. Select Communications > Define Hosts.
  2. Click Add in the Host Details section. The Computer Profile page is displayed.
  3. Review this information:
    Host Name
    The name of the host system used for receiving or sending the files.
    Protocol
    The method used for file transfer. Possible values:
    • AutoEx FTP
    • BUS
    • EDS ELIT FTPs
    • FTP (File Transfer Protocol)
    • GXS ICS FTPs
    • IBM IE FTPs
    • Infor Open SOA
    • Sterling Commerce FTP
    Facility
    The name of the location from where the demand for the parts is raised.
    External Logical ID
    The logical ID to identify the ERP package instance in an SOA environment.
    Note:  This field is applicable only if the Protocol is set to Infor Open SOA.
    User ID
    The user ID for the host system.
    Password
    The password for the host system.
    Confirm Password
    Verifies that the Password specified is correct.
    Operating System
    The operating system installed on the host system. Possible values:
    • UNIX
    • OS400
    • DOS
    • WINDOWS
    Address
    The Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) address of the host system.
    Port Number
    The FTP port number used for communication. This default value is 21. However, the value can be modified.
    Time Zone
    The time zone of the host system.
  4. Click Submit. The Host Profiles page is displayed.