Opera V5: Adding a new Workstation

Overview

In Oracle OPERA v5, every computer that runs the OPERA application must be registered as a workstation, so that OPERA knows where to print output such as folios and reports. OPERA creates a workstation record automatically the first time a user logs in from a new computer. This article explains how to check, add or edit a workstation.

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What you'll achieve

After completing these steps, the workstation is registered in OPERA with its location and connected devices.

Before you start

• You need access to Configuration > Setup > Workstations in OPERA. 
• Know the domain and computer name of the workstation, written as DOMAIN\NAME (for example HOTEL\FD01).
• Know the physical location of the workstation (for example Front Desk Left, Credit Controller or Reservations 1).
• Note which devices are attached to the workstation: credit card reader, UPC scanner, Chip and PIN reader or fiscal printer.
• If a user has already logged in to OPERA from this computer, the workstation record may already exist. Check for it first (step 1) to avoid creating a duplicate.

Operational steps

1. Check whether the workstation already exists

1. In OPERA, select Configuration > Setup > Workstations. The Workstations screen lists all workstations defined for the property. The workstation you are logged in on is highlighted in light blue.
2. To search, enter the name or the first part of the name in Station, or the first part of the location in Description.
3. If the workstation is listed, highlight it and select Edit, then continue with step 2. If it is not listed, select New.

2. Enter the workstation details

On the Workstations - New or Workstations - Edit screen, complete the following fields.

1. Station: enter the domain and computer name, for example HOTEL\FD01. This name uniquely identifies the computer on the network.
2. Description: enter the exact physical location of the workstation, for example Front Desk Left.

3. Save the workstation

1. Save the workstation. 

Expected result

The workstation appears on the Workstations screen with the Station name and Description you entered. 

Need more help?

If the workstation do not behave as expected, please contact yoour integration partner.