5.0 Configuring the PlateSpin Transformation Manager Server

The PlateSpin Transformation Manager Appliance provides additional tools to manage the PlateSpin Transformation Manager Server that it hosts.

To access the PlateSpin Transformation Manager Tools:

  1. In a web browser, specify the DNS name or the IP address for the appliance with the port number 9443. For example:

    https://10.10.10.1:9443

    or

    https://ptm.example.com:9443

  2. Specify the administrative username and password for the appliance, then click Sign in. The default users are vaadmin or root.

  3. Under PlateSpin Transformation Manager Tools, click Configuration .

  4. (Conditional) The Appliance Management Console automatically opens the following PlateSpin Transformation Manager Tools if it detects the stated condition:

    • Initial Configuration: The Initial Configuration tool opens if the PlateSpin Transformation Manager Server has not been configured. You must complete the initial setup before you can manage the appliance or the PlateSpin Transformation Manager Server.

    • Upgrade: The Upgrade tool opens if the RPM files for PlateSpin Transformation Manager or the guest operating system have been upgraded. You must complete the upgrade before you can manage the appliance or the PlateSpin Transformation Manager Server.

  5. Continue using the PlateSpin Transformation Manager Server Tools.

The PlateSpin Transformation Manager Tools page displays the following options: