For profiles with certain Input Agents, it is possible to execute the Profile on a specific Working Node. The field Start on IS only is only visible with a licensed Load balancing system.
Each Working Node installation has to be given a unique name (here "Workstation2") in configuration file ./etc/factory.xml. Enter this name in the field.
NOTE: If in a time-driven Input agent the option "React to file events" is set, the above setting will not have an effect!
<!-- Set a unique ID for this factory - needed for cluster and load balance -->
<Set name="id">Workstation2</Set>
A profile is the central configuration unit in the Lobster Data Platform. It receives data, processes it, and forwards it. Configuration is done graphically, with no programming required.
Additional server that takes on part of the processing within the optional Lobster Load Balancing module: it carries out the tasks assigned to it by the Node Controller. Multiple Working Nodes increase throughput. A Working Node can only be used once it has been activated in the Node Controller.
The Lobster Data Platform's operating mode ensures high availability and scalability. A node controller accepts input data and distributes processing tasks to any number of working nodes using a round-robin or load-balancing algorithm. If the node controller fails, a working node takes over its role.
The input agent receives data in Phase 1 and starts a job for further processing. It works either as event based (passively waits for data) or scheduled (actively fetches data).