The Core of Your Operations

User Guide – Server

Discover how the hmiMAX Server acts as the secure, high-performance data hub bridging your field devices and visualization clients.

Overview

The hmiMAX Server is a robust backend service designed to handle high-volume data acquisition, logging, and security. It communicates directly with PLCs, RTUs, and databases, streaming real-time information to Maker and Viewer clients across your network.

Server Architecture Overview

Device Connectivity

Configure connections to a wide range of industrial devices using standard protocols like OPC UA, Modbus TCP, and Ethernet/IP. The server interface allows you to easily map device tags to logical names for use in your HMI projects.

Device Connectivity Setup

Security and Authentication

Protect your operational data with enterprise-grade security. The Server manages user roles, permissions, and Active Directory integration. Define exactly who can view, control, or modify specific areas of your application.

Security Configuration

Data Logging & Alarms

Ensure nothing goes unnoticed. The Server provides reliable historical data logging to standard SQL databases and features an advanced alarm management system with email/SMS notifications and escalation policies.