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 |
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This section contains basic configuration elements required for any FTP node implementation |
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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
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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 |
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This section contains basic configuration elements required for any Trigger node activation |
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Field |
Requirement |
Comments |
Logical Operand |
Mandatory |
Select the logical operand from the dropdown list
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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.