Central Point Configuration Interface
The Central Point configuration interface allows administrators to manage core settings for the SEI application's central repository, SMTP email, and linked data sources. The screen is organized into three sections:
- General: Adjusts global application information, email (SMTP) settings, logging options, and export preferences.
- Data source: Configures the database connection used for storing application settings and data.
- License data source: Defines the connection to the license database (
BILicense) that manages user access and licenses.
Use the top menu to Disconnect from the admin interface or Update configuration after making changes.
General
General Central Point Information
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Location path | Directory where the Central Point repository is stored. |
| Description | Set the display name or label used to identify this Central Point. |
| Sender Email | Specify the default email address used for sending automated messages. |
| SQL Execution Logging | Enable to log all executed SQL queries and their execution times in the Central Point log table. |
| Basic Authentication | Clear to disable Basic Authentication (use only if an OAuth provider is configured). |
| View usage logging | Enable to track each view opened by users and record usage details in the database. |
| Product Notifications | Enable product update notifications and hide the What’s New feature. |
| Export Resolution | Adjust the quality of exported dashboards and charts; lower settings reduce file size. |
SMTP Settings
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| SMTP Server | Specify the SMTP server address used to send email notifications. |
| Port | Set the port used for SMTP communication. |
| Credentials | (Optional) Enable SMTP authentication using a username and password. |
| Username | Enter the username for SMTP authentication when credentials are enabled. |
| Password | Enter the password for SMTP authentication when credentials are enabled. |
| Show Password | Display the entered password for verification. |
| Use Sender Email | Use the configured sender address for all outgoing messages. |
| Enable SSL/TLS | Enable SSL/TLS encryption to secure the SMTP connection. |
note
Enabling SQL and view usage logging can generate a large amount of log data. Regular maintenance of these log tables is recommended for optimal database performance.
Data Source and License Data Source
Two data sources are required:
- The configuration database (created during Central Point installation)
- The license database (created with the License Server installation; always named
BILicense)
note
Be sure to enter SQL Server user credentials for both the data source and license data source.
Type
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| IBM DB2 | Connect to an IBM DB2 data source. |
| Microsoft SQL Server | Connect to a Microsoft SQL Server data source. |
| Oracle | Connect to an Oracle Database data source. |
Connection Information
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Server | Identify the database server or instance to connect to. |
| Database Name | Specify the database to use (usually Nectari or SEI for configuration, BILicense for licensing). |
| Schema | Specify the database schema (format: database_name.schema for SQL Server; just schema for Oracle). |
| Port | (Oracle only) Set the port for Oracle connections. |
| Pooling | (Oracle only) Enable connection pooling and adjust minimum and maximum pool sizes. |
| Username | Enter the database username for authentication. |
| Password | Enter the database password for authentication. |
| Show Password | Display the entered password for verification. |
| Validate data source | Test the connection to confirm that all details are correct before saving. |