Extended possibilities for server scripts

Some scripts require calling applications that only exist in compiled form. If a script runs into a timeout, it can be an advantage to be able to see any messages from third-party software.

Since the script is executed by the octoplant service, these messages are not displayed under normal circumstances.

To be able to display the messages of the third-party software nevertheless, the MasterService can be stopped and restarted under the current Windows user.

Requirements:

• Short system failures of the octoplant server are no problem.
• It is possible to log onto the server.

If these requirements are met, proceed as follows to start the service:

1. Stop the service.
2. Copy the complete command line in the MasterService Properties dialog.
   1. 1.Image: MasterService Properties
3. Example:
   1. C:Program Files (x86)vdogServerVDogMasterService.exe” “/RD:D:vdServerArchive” /AT:S
4. Start the command prompt with administrator rights.
5. Paste the copied command line and add the string /App /Visible.
   1. C:Program Files (x86)vdogServerVDogMasterService.exe” “/RD:D:vdServerArchive” /AT:S /App /Visible
6. Start the service.

The service should now run under the current user account and a dialog without content should be displayed. This dialog must not be closed, as the service will be terminated.

If the script is now executed, all otherwise visible dialogs are also displayed.