Automatic Node Replacement

Sometimes there is the need for you to replace a SYMPL Node or Butler connected to a project that runs on a Core S.

The controllers have different names, settings and IDs. So it is not possible to just replace a controller by another one by exchanging it in the cabinet.

The project knows, which Node is connected to the project and which is not. So it is necessary to tell Sympholight, which old controller is to be replaced by that new controller.

When working with the Sympholight application, you can use the Device Manager for replacing a not available device by an existing device.

But for the Core S it is different:
Here is no Device Manager available, so it is not possible to do this. Here the Core S offers the "Automatic Node Replacement mode".

The trick is to follow the steps below. Then a single controller can be replaced by another one.

You will need a portable computer that can download and upload files and has an internet browser. You will have to establish a connection to the Core S e:net.

1. Remove the replacing controller from the e:net, if it is already connected!
2. Remove the controller to be replaced from the e:net.
3. Open the Core S WebUI and select "Configuration".
4. In the "Settings" Tab switch on the "Automatic Node Replacement Mode".
   This will automatically start the search for an equivalent controller.
5. Now connect the replacement to the e:net.
   --> The controller will be found and taken online into the project.
6. You can reconnect the attached devices, now.
   --> The project works like before the change.
7. Switch off the "Automatic Node Replacement Mode" in the "Settings" Tab.
8. Go to the "Project File" Tab.
9. Press the "Download project with media (as *.hfp)" button and retrieve the project file.
   
10. Now upload the project file again.
    --> The replacement is done and the changes are saved.

This will lead to unpredictable, unwanted results.

We wish success!