Configure the API for the End User

Activity Steps

  1. Open the Fusion Portal.
  2. Click the Tools icon in the top right corner and select Fusion Connections.
  3. Enter the following API host and Central database or database information:
    • Select Connection—Select Central.
    • Connections Name—It is recommended that you name your connection Central.
    • Server—The server name or SQL instance hosting the Central database.
    • Database—Your SQL Server Fusion Central database name.
    • Authentication—Select the authentication method used by the API’s master user when validating logins. In most cases, select Database as the preferred method.
    • API URL—Enter the IP address or machine name of the server hosting the API. While it is recommended to host the API on the same machine as the Central database for optimal performance, this is not strictly required.

      Note: For QuickLogger connections, the URL format is http://[host IP or name]:[port]/api. Ensure this host and port are reachable from mobile devices.

    • API Port—Specify the port used to communicate with the API. Default: 4589.

      Note: Ensure this port is open and accessible. Add both inbound and outbound exceptions for the selected port in your firewall settings to allow uninterrupted communication between clients and the API.

    • SSL Enabled—Applicable if using advanced security and IIS to host the API. Default: OFF.
  4. Click Test Connection. The result should be Connection Successful. If the connection fails:
    • Ensure the API service is running.
    • Verify that the configured port is open and not blocked by a firewall.
    • Confirm that the server and database names are correct and accessible from the machine you are using.
  5. Click Save Connection to save your changes. The Central connection is now configured.
  6. Click Go Back twice to return to the main login window.

    The computer has now been configured to access the API and Central DB server. You can start using the Fusion software.

    Note: The connection configuration is saved to a file named FusionConnections.json, located at C:\ProgramData\Datamine\GDMS\Databases.This file is stored locally on the user’s machine and contains the details required for connecting to the Fusion XI environment.