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Onboarding Your Device with a Few Clicks: FLECS 3.4.0-Hedgehog

FLECS V3.4.0

July 22, 2024

We are excited to announce the release of FLECS 3.4.0-Hedgehog! This version introduces several new features and improvements aimed at enhancing user experience and optimizing device management. Here’s what’s new in this release:

Key Updates in FLECS 3.4.0-Hedgehog

  1. Device Onboarding Service (D-O-S):
    • The FLECS Device Onboarding Service (D-O-S) helps you set up your automation system quickly and easily. With D-O-S, you can select multiple applications from the FLECS Marketplace and install them on your device in one go using the import function. The service supports app updates and pre-selection, making it unnecessary to individually search for each app in the marketplace.
    • Key Features:
      • Quick Setup: Set up your automation system in a few steps, making it faster and more efficient.
      • Bulk Import: Select multiple applications from the FLECS Marketplace and install them simultaneously on your device.
      • Update Management: Ensure that all selected apps are up-to-date and can be managed from one place.
      • Cross-Device Configuration: Import the generated Onboarding file into multiple devices, ensuring consistent configuration across your network.
    • Benefits:
      • Efficiency: Reduce setup time by managing multiple applications in a single process.
      • Consistency: Ensure uniform configurations across all devices in your automation network.
      • Scalability: Easily apply the same configuration to multiple devices.
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  2. User-Configurable Port Mappings:
    • Port mappings are now adjustable per app by the user. This offers greater flexibility and control over network configurations. Learn more.
  3. Direct Links to Help Articles:
    • Users can now access help articles directly from the WebApp on their respective devices. This feature provides quick assistance and troubleshooting guidance, enhancing the overall user experience.
  4. Minor Improvements to Licensing and Audit Trail:
    • Several improvements have been made to licensing and audit trail functionalities, ensuring better compliance and easier management of software licenses.

The complete list of new features can be found here:

How These Updates Benefit You

  • Streamlined Device Management:
    • The Device Onboarding Service reduces the complexity of configuring new devices, ensuring that all devices follow a standard setup. This feature is particularly beneficial for managing large fleets of devices efficiently.
  • Enhanced Flexibility and Control:
    • User-configurable port mappings provide greater control over network settings, allowing users to tailor their configurations to meet specific needs.
  • Quick Access to Support:
    • Direct links to help articles from within the WebApp facilitate faster problem resolution, enabling users to find the information they need without leaving the app.
  • Improved Licensing and Compliance:
    • The updates to licensing and audit trail functionalities help maintain compliance and streamline the management of software licenses.

Getting Started with FLECS 3.4.0-Hedgehog

To take full advantage of these new features, update to the latest version of FLECS. Detailed instructions on how to update and utilize the new functionalities can be found in our documentation.

We are committed to continuously improving FLECS to meet your needs and enhance your experience. Your feedback is invaluable to us, so please share your thoughts on this release.

Thank you for being a part of the FLECS community. We look forward to seeing how these new features empower you to achieve even more with your automation solutions.

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