FTPS Node

FTPS is an extension of the FTP that adds support for the Transport Layer Security (TLS) and the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) cryptographic protocols. FTPS is used for secure file transfer from Rayven to other systems, suitable for bulk data transfers.

How to Use:

Implementation

In the Rayven Workflow Builder:

  • Select Outputs.
  • Drag the FTP node to the canvas.
  • Double click on the FTP node to open the configuration window.

Configuration

Section: General

This section contains basic configuration elements required for any FTP node implementation

Field

Requirement

Comments

Node Name

Mandatory

Enter a name for this node.


This provides a handle to which you and others can refer, so it should be simple but meaningful and explain the node’s purpose.

Upload Content as It Arrives

Optional

When checked, it will push payloads through as  the node receives it.

FTP URL

Mandatory

Enter the FTP server endpoint where the data will be stored.

Username

Mandatory

Enter the username to access the FTP URL provided.

Password

Mandatory

Enter the password to access the FTP URL provided.

Delimiter

Mandatory

Enter the choice of delimiter which will be used to split the data. For example, ‘,’ or ‘|’ can be used.

Interval

Mandatory

Enter a numerical value greater than 0.

This will add a delay between files being processed when sent to your FTPS node.

Units

Mandatory

Select the units from the dropdown menu to determine the interval that a file will be sent to the server

  • Minutes
  • Hours

Add Header Row

Optional

Select this option if a header row is required in the file sent to the FTP server.

TLS

Optional

Select this option if TLS is required for the specified FTP server.

Columns

Mandatory

Users are able to add multiple columns by clicking on “+ Add Case”

Data Field Name

Mandatory

Select the field name that will contain values selected in the node.

Output Name

Mandatory

Provide an output name for the receiving data field.



Section: Activation

This section contains basic configuration elements required for any Trigger node activation

Field

Requirement

Comments

Logical Operand

Mandatory

Select the logical operand from the dropdown list

  • OR
  • AND

Select Device Filter

Mandatory

Select Device Filter configured in Device Management to select the devices that will receive this payload.

Activation 

Once the node has been configured, click the Activate button and then click Save. The node is ready to receive data into the workflow.