Getting started with Designer

Designer is a programming tool intended for advanced users only. Familiarity with ION architecture is essential, as Designer is based on ION architecture.

The functions used in traditional power monitoring are treated as discrete modular objects that can be interconnected and customized. These objects, known as ION modules, are the basic building blocks that comprise a node.

Designer is used to make any changes to the operation of an ION-compliant node. ION devices, the Virtual Processor and Log Inserter are all configured using Designer.

For those already familiar with Designer, see Designer shortcuts for a list of the most commonly used commands.

Starting, logging into and exiting Designer

To start Designer, use one of the methods outlined in Starting a component of Power Monitoring Expert or open Management Console and select Tools > System > Designer.

For instructions on logging in to or exiting Designer, see Logging into a component and Ending a session, respectively.