Editing the web.config Configuration File
This section discusses the organization of the web.config file, which defines application-specific options and the overall application setup. A web.config file can be found at the root of each deployed ALIM Web virtual directory (for example, C:\inetpub\wwroot\ALIMWeb).
Note: The web.config file
contains a number of other elements which are defined by Microsoft. The XML
schema, and help on the meanings of the elements, can be found in the MSDN
Library site.
Note: Default values for
many
AssetWise customization options can be changed by
editing plugin.config files in the
PlugIns folder of your virtual directory (for
example,
C:\inetpub\wwwroot\AssetWise\PlugIns).
web.config Quick Reference
Where are ALIM Web settings stored?
- Settings related to the AssetWise framework are within the FrameworkSettings element.
- Settings related to how files are viewed are within the FileOpener element.
How do I control logging in to AssetWise?
- To make all users to the site log into the same user account in a portal manner, use the AutoLoginAs element within the Connection element.
- To restrict which communities a user can select to log in to, use the CommunityList element within the Connection element.
- To control Windows authentication, follow the instructions in Authentication Settings in web.config .
How do I change display settings for objects in ALIM Web?
- Hide and show empty (unassigned) properties of an object through the CustomisablePropertiesContainer element within the Controls element.
- Hide and show empty relationships of an object through the CustomisableRelationshipsContainer element within the Controls element.
- Control the links generated for directory entries like email addresses and phone numbers through the LayoutProvider element within the Controls element.