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Page 1: Stable and highly available. - Ceyoniq Technology GmbH · The nscale Server. The nscale Server is at the heart of the nscale information platform and is the result of many years of

Stable and highly available.

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The nscale Server.

The nscale Server is at the heart of the nscale information platform and is the result of many years of

successful research by Ceyoniq Technology GmbH.

It combines four fundamental components: the storage layer (nscale Server Storage Layer), the application layer (nscale Server Application Layer), the nscale Pipeliner for importing and exporting data

along with numerous interfaces which ensure a high level of integration potential in existing IT systems.

The

nscale Administrator client serves as a consolidated graphical configuration interface for the administration of

all the components.

Open and upgradable.

Based on a seamless server architecture, all nscale server components are consistently being further

enhanced and upgraded with new innovations in technology. In doing this, great importance is attached to

ensure the stability of the interfaces. It also guarantees that the data and information archived in nscale can

be reliably read, even many years later.

The nscale server is a stable, secure and extremely flexible platform. It ticks all the boxes regarding the

requirements of a modern and open IT infrastructure.

This means even the most diverse companies

are ready for the demands of the future.

1. nscale Server Storage Layer.

The nscale Server Storage Layer is the storage layer of the nscale Server and ensures the long-term, audit-compliant archiving of all kinds of content.

The Storage Layer looks after the filing of objects as a back-end database, exchanges data with storage subsystems and secures the availability of

saved data.

The user can easily make use of all the advantages of the nscale Server Storage Layer in their day-to-day work using a very simple interface,

and the Storage Layer’s heterogeneous storage environment is extremely easy to use for the administrator.

The nscale Server Storage Layer is implemented in C++ and works with Storage Services using Storage Adapter. A Storage Adapter describes

the specific interface to a storage medium. This means that new, future storage technologies can be integrated via Storage Adapter. As all storage

technologies can be accessed with a single interface in this manner, nscale offers a virtual overview of the entire storage for all applications.

Consistent. Flexible. Legally compliant.

The nscale Server Storage Layer links logical references to

a document with physical storage of the document on the

storage medium.

All data objects are accepted, and an identifier is used to

make them recognisable. The original document can be

called up via these at any time.

It is not important which storage back-end and what

additional processing is carried out to store the data: the

user can dispose of the desired information at any time.

The nscale Server Storage Layer, the nscale Server Application Layer and the interfaces form a single unit. Together with the nscale Pipeliner these four columns form the nscale Server.

Details.

Platforms. The nscale Server Storage Layer is a platform-neutral service based on C++.

This means tremendous advantages - such as minimal use of resources and enhanced performance. Platforms supported include Microsoft Windows,

Linux, IBM AIX, Sun Solaris and HP/UX. The nscale Server Storage Layer can be operated via the VMware and Xen standard operating systems.

Storage systems. Document data can be stored on a multitude of storage back-ends and also in parallel.

The classic optical storage media are supported just like modern suppliers such as, for example, NetApp NearStore, EMC Centera, Celerra, VNX and

DataDomain, FAST LTA Silent Cube, Hitachi HCAP, HP iCAS, iTernity, Fujitsu Eternus CS800, Eternus CS High-End or IBM Tivoli Storage Manager.

Standard construction

Fire compartment A Fire compartment B

Storage Layer 1 Storage Layer 2

HD 1 HD 2

The nscale Server Storage Layer.

nscale Server Storage Layer: Distributed Service Technology.

HD adapter

HD storage

NetApp adapter

NetApp storage

iTernity adapter

iTernity storage

etc.

etc.

Remote server adapter

Remote Storage Layer Server

Storage layer

Processing pipeline

Compression Containerisation

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nscale Server Storage Layer: Cascaded structure

New York

Storage systems

Berlin

Storage systems

Storage systems

Storage systems

Storage systems

Storage relocation. The nscale Server Storage Layer supports storage relocations by permanently

integrating new systems or new generations of systems. In addition, the reorganisation function means that

the storage platform can be simply exchanged - without disruption of work processes.

With the nscale Server Storage Layer long relocations of larger data sets are simply implemented onto new

storage technologies.

Storage strategies. Due to the integrated cache concept of the nscale Server Storage Layer, a staged

storage strategy with fast temporary storage or slower long-term storage can be implemented, if required.

Storage handling. In the nscale Server Storage Layer, the handling of data is controlled by the definition

of storage classes. All properties of the stored data are completely transparent for the user in this case. All

processing steps which are directly linked with maintaining storage are processed. For every storage class, it

can be readily selected whether the document data should be stored in a compressed or encrypted manner.

Also, a digital fingerprint or storage using the Single Instance process can be easily inserted at any time. The

nscale Server Storage Layer ensures optimal use of the storage system by automatically pulling together

several documents into a container when individual data blocks are too small for the selected storage system.

Furthermore, the nscale Server Storage Layer supports the compliance functions of storage systems by

means of flexibly adjustable retention periods for documents.

Limitless. The nscale Server Storage Layer offers unlimited document storage. High-performance NoSQL

data management allows the system to continuously have access to every document on the server. It also

doesn’t matter whether many thousands, or even millions, of documents have been saved when filing or

opening them.

Optimal prerequisites. High availability on the part of the nscale Server Storage Layer is generally achieved by

the use of distributed services. In this case, the entire database is forwarded on to an additional nscale Server Storage Layer. This can occur by selecting a suitable storage back-end (NetApp, EMC Centera, IBM DR 500,

etc.) also by simply forwarding on the administration information of document management. A redundancy of

the database is then implemented on the part of the storage back-end and is then transparent for the nscale Server Storage Layer .

An unlimited number of systems can be connected to make a "distributed system" by means of the distributed

service. This is a great advantage when one or several demanding requirement statuses occur, for which a single

system would be insufficient. Examples include the load distribution with the technically-motivated allocation of

data or when mapping a dispersed corporate landscape as well as the need for high availability.

The nscale Administrator allows a live look into ongoing projects such as, for example, the reorganisation of storage devices.

Advantageous combinations. A popular configuration of the nscale Server Storage Layer is the distribution

of two or more storage layer systems to various national or international locations within a company.

This distributed construction offers tremendous added value: the reliability of the nscale Server is maximised

and the load distribution is optimised. This also allows international data availability to be ensured - whilst also

adhering to valid guidelines for storing data in the respective country.

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Graphical interface of the nscale Process Designer for defining workflow scenarios.

The application programmer models the process and individual elements represent various functions.

The nscale Server Application Layer.

2. nscale Server Application Layer.

The second component of the nscale Server is the nscale Server Application Layer. This layer distinguishes itself by its

openness and flexibility. It is effortless to make changes in line with your company’s requirements by expanding, changing

or adding to the existing functions. It can be scaled with great flexibility and makes it possible to assign labour-intensive

tasks like user requests or system tasks to different nodes.

Ultimate access capacity and maximum performance are guaranteed no matter how many users are simultaneously

working on the system and accessing data.

Details.

The nscale Server Application Layer is an autonomous application layer which provides its functions as integrated "services".

Whilst the user accesses the services via the nscale clients, the administrator controls the same thing via the nscale API, the server plug-in API or the

workflow handler API. The varied configuration and management options therefore allow the nscale Server to be wholly controlled via individual application

programming and, for example, integrate it within a service-oriented architecture (SOA).

Flexibility. Innovation. Competence.

The nscale Server Application Layer is – just like the entire nscale Server – also constructed in a modular manner. Various

usage scenarios are created and configured already during installation. Initial processes can be simply set up on this basis.

Due to its varied interfaces, the nscale Server Application Layer ensures simple integration into the IT infrastructure of the

company.

Application Layer installation, physical instance (Java Wrapper)

Java Virtual Machine (32-bit/64-bit)

http Servlet Engine (http, https)

Logical Application Layer instance (1..n)

Core

Server API (AC)

Business Logic

IOC container

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Cluster communication

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UDP, TCP

Session Caching Auditing etc.BPM

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managementFull text

management

JDBC

Cluster communication

UDP, TCP

nscale Connectors

AdvancedConnect

CMIS WebDAV IMAP Custom

Plug-ins

RMI (encapsulated in http)

Plug-ins

nscale Server Storage Layer MultiServer API

Clustering

Innovation. When developing the nscale Server Application Layer, a great deal of emphasis was placed on using innovative technologies.

So, for example, the internal IOC container is used for internal management of all services and also for transaction handling.

Tasks. As middleware components, the nscale Server Application Layer is responsible for the processing steps for data and documents as well as for

managing structural data and metadata. The metadata and the entire system configuration is managed in the connected SQL database. The HTTP or

HTTPS protocol is used for communication as standard.

Process optimisation. As well as standard workflows such as "floating files", "follow-up" or "send message", complex workflow scenarios for mapping

individual processes within the company are easily defined using the integrated process designer.

Social Collaboration. A focus of the nscale Server Application Layer is the availability of a collaboration service which also provides the option of working

in teams.

nscale supports the user in terms of a business process-oriented exchange, communication and discussion by providing new options and concrete

functions. The decisive factor is not the option for a voluntary exchange by employees, in essence it is about providing the right information at the right time

at the right location - so also linking it to business processes. This means that the reference between information and the business process is created. This

is key for sensible, optimal usage.

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Control. To ensure audit compliance, the audit and protocol engine reports on every change within the system. This method ensures that the whole life

cycle of a document, a business process or every change in configuration is documented without any gaps.

The system offers great security coupled with recommendations for action for each process description.

Information. The integrated message engine offers every user the option to obtain information regarding changes on selected topics. Messages are made

available as an RSS feed and can be readily called up in all common RSS readers such as e.g. Microsoft Outlook.

Changes. The nscale Server Application Layer offers many preconfigured standard functions and scenarios which can be simply and individually changed

by means of wide-ranging and powerful plug-in interfaces. This method means that it is possible to insert workflow actions via the nscale-API as well as

connect external systems or enhance or overwrite standard functions. For example, the nscale standard workflow "floating files" can be immediately used

within the company or specifically adapted. Implementation of specific company requirements is optimally supported.

Minimal resource utilisation. The central administration interface of the nscale Server allows many operations for customising the nscale Server Application Layer to be carried out by means of assistants (wizards). The advantage is that the expense required for training is kept to a minimum for the

administrator. Changes to the database do not need to be carried out manually, as these are carried out by the nscale Server automatically.

Options. Individual users and entire user groups are easily integrated into the nscale system by means of LDAP (Lightweight Directory Access Protocol).

As a further option, the Business Activity Monitoring Engine (BAM) is available for evaluating and monitoring business processes. In addition, all nscale

components are monitored via the nscale Monitoring Console .

The screen shot shows a section from the administrative view of the nscale Server. The permissions model of nscale is

displayed as an interactive diagram so that concrete administrative points can be processed directly.

Process of a request. The request can be formulated by the user via the integrated Advanced

Connect (AC) interface on the client side, for example.

In this case, a connection is created between the AC on the client and the WebConnect on the

nscale Server Application Layer. To guarantee maximum performance between the client and the

server, the RFQ within the HTTP request is packaged as a "Hessian request".

On the server side, the RFQ is decrypted and the user is authenticated via the information in the

nscale Server Application Layer or via a LDAP request. After successful authentication, a "session

object" is created on the server side which is provided with the rights of the user. This means that

the associated rights structure is maintained even if the user logs off in the meantime. For further

processing of the RFQ, the user can now use any functions within the nscale Server Application Layer .

Operations in detail. If a request is made of the nscale Server Application Layer, then this goes

through several internal layers before being carried out, and these layers are predominantly

managed by the central IOC container (Inversion of Control).

In addition, interceptors integrated within the programme are also targeted. In this case, various

tasks are processed and carried out, e.g. transaction handling, licensing, versioning and logging,

plug-ins or session handling.

Operations on relational data run on the basis of the corresponding object, an integrated O/R

framework forms the interface to the relational database in this case. The technical connection is

created via the Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) interface regardless of the database used. The

future-oriented and easy-to-maintain code is guaranteed by the IOC container and also by rigorous

separation of functions. The benefit is clear: application developers can concentrate on Their

specialist tasks as the time needed for technical implementation (transactions, evaluating rights,

versioning, etc.) is saved.

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3. Interfaces.

Highest levels of integration potential - this sets the nscale Server apart. Function-oriented, certified interfaces apply to

various levels of the nscale Server. Corporate demands of a modern IT infrastructure are fulfilled perfectly on the server

side as well as on the client side.

Intelligent. Powerful. Open.

Regardless of whether there is a connection to ERP-/CRM systems, e-mail clients, specific applications or news systems -

and also regardless of whether they are applications based on

Microsoft Windows, Linux or Mac OS X:

The intelligent interface concept of the nscale Server satisfies all demands expected of effective information management.

Open and flexible.

The various interfaces of the nscale Server connect to different levels.

Details.

The nscale Server is characterised by a variety of interfaces (Application Programming Interfaces, APIs). Various languages

(Java, .NET, COM, etc.), protocols (HTTP, IMAP, FTP, WebDAV, CMIS, etc.) and formats (XML, HTML, JSON, Atom, etc.)

are supported.

nscale API. The standard interface of the nscale Server is Advanced Connect (AC). It provides each function as a separate

service and is accessible via Java, Visual Basic and .NET. To avoid overloading, the functions are grouped into individual

services. The comprehensive AC is, for example, used by the nscale Clients (nscale Cockpit, nscale Desktop, nscale Desktop Web, nscale Administrator). In addition to AC, Base Connect (BC) also offers direct access, independent from the

nscale Server Application Layer to the entire range of functions that the nscale Server Storage Layer features.

IMAP. The Internet Message Access Protocol integrates market-relevant e-mail clients (such as Microsoft Outlook,

Mozilla Thunderbird) and allows the usage of typical e-mail functions as well as access to nscale objects.

REST (Representational State Transfer) ensures that information from the nscale systems can be called up using the URI

in any server, ERP/CM systems, news systems and specific applications. To guarantee an intuitive and effective scenario,

the specific presentation of the responses in HTML, XML or JSON formats takes place paying particular care to produce

material suitable for display on the internet.

RSS. Really Simple Syndication enables users to monitor any nscale objects by notifications of updates. RSS feeds are made

available in a standardised XML format and displayed in the usual e-mail client (e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Novell GroupWise).

nscale Server: InterfacesAPI Protocols Structures

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Plug-ins Standard tasks

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CMIS. The Content Management Interoperability Service allows all nscale Server functions from the web to be addressed.

Communication is carried out by means of the SOAP network protocol.

SAP. The specifically developed SAP ArchiveLink interface ensures, apart from simple archiving of data or print lists on the

nscale Server, a wide range of other functions such as e.g. transferring scanned documents, importing index data from

SAP, the nscale full-text search on SAP documents as well as linking SAP objects with nscale documents or setting up

nscale objects in SAP Business workflows.

iCalendar. All nscale calendar information is integrated via iCalendar into the common calendar clients

(e.g. Microsoft Outlook, Novell GroupWise) and displayed there.

WebDAV. Users can use WebDAV (Web-based Distributed Authoring and Versioning) in the internet to simply access

their data just like an on-line hard drive. Regardless of the operating system, data-based access to nscale objects is made

available.

Microsoft SharePoint. Interaction between nscale and Microsoft SharePoint is guaranteed via portlets (webparts).

Plug-in API. Existing server functions can be changed or enhanced in any way, e.g. the creating, archiving or changing

attributes of documents.

For this purpose, the nscale Server has plug-in / hook interfaces in the area of the nscale Server Application Layer and nscale Pipeliner. This means the administrator can intervene in any processes and change these - right up to

fully overwriting existing functions. A further benefit is the carrying out of work-intensive tasks, regardless of time.

Programming plug-ins takes place in Java, as the entire

nscale Server API can be accessed. Setting up the plug-in is easily carried out via the nscale Administrator.

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4. nscale Pipeliner.

The nscale Pipeliner secures the automated processing of mass data: from importing large amounts of data right through to

its utilisation in business processes - in no time at all, regardless of the data structure or format.

Quick. Effective. Reliable.

Input data is processed in parallel using a number of “threads” which has been adapted to the system. Countless helpful

functions allow you to work in an easy and convenient way. These include comprehensive configuration options, versatile

monitoring options and the ability to convert document content.

Accessing the entire range of information available on the system is, of course, nice and easy using the nscale Pipeliner .

Details.

Enormous transfer rates. The nscale Pipeliner receives data for classic COLD spool processing as well as for NCI

processing. The attributed data is delivered in e.g. XML format.

The input format can also be optionally altered. In addition, there are further special processing types for particular

requirement situations.

Example 1: Processing 10,000 documents with nscale Server Storage Layer ArcID reference (without

archiving), 64 threads, without thread synchronisation: duration < 1 minute.

Example 2: Processing 10,000 documents, archiving and creation of a PDF substitute representation, 64 threads, without thread synchronisation: duration approx. 5 minutes.

Plug-ins

ContentPipeline

Server

Separation Attribute filter Custom Storage Database Others

The documents are extracted from the spool (pile) depending on the processing type.

Use of self-written plug-ins, e.g. creating substitute representations.

Connection to the nscale Server Application Layer and / or self-defined database statements for company-specific databases.

For keyword attribution to documents, attributes are extracted from the content or from the accompanying files.

Archiving document content and /or substitute representations in the nscale Server Storage Layer.

Concluding file operations.

Various configurations. Individual processing areas (pipelines) can be established via configurations for the various

document types (spool classifications). This means company-specific demands can be integrated into processing areas by

means of a plug-in model.

Various conversions of document contents can also be configured. This means that image or text formats or even

Microsoft documents can be automatically converted into TIFF or PDF formats.

Excellent monitoring. In the nscale Administrator client, current runtime information can be followed down to the last

detail. In addition, due to the block processing of the nscale Pipeliner, documents of any size can be processed without

having a negative effect on performance.

An example of the configuration of a workflow (routing). The individual processing steps from various plug-ins can be assigned according to

their call sequence. For every call, the subsequent call in case of success or failure is configured. The chain of successful cases is also shown

as a diagram for a better overview.

Monitoring of the document throughput can be controlled "on-line" with the nscale Administrator client.

The data is imported in individual process steps via the nscale Pipeliner into the nscale Server .

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The nscale Rendition Server can be reached via REST calls. The REST layer accesses service

implementations via an API. The actual document tasks are assumed by plug-ins.

At the moment there are four plug-ins which take over concrete obligations depending on demands and

available licences.

The client can access the REST interface directly (e.g. browsers as well). The API is used again for access via

a Java client and delegates these to REST calls via a proxy.

Monitoring. Control. Management.

nscale offers reporting and monitoring for all requirements. The individual specifications extend from technical evaluation of

memory usage in the nscale back-end to specialist analysis and graphical illustrations of business process data with the help of

products from Business Integration.

5. nscale Rendition Server.

The nscale Rendition Server provides services and interfaces for text extraction, converting formats and

creating replacement levels of representation. The function is, for example, used by the nscale Server Application Layer to create previews and thumbnails.

All functions of the nscale Rendition Server are available as a well documented interface and are also

independent from the nscale Server. It is therefore possible to use the methods within nscale Server plug-ins

and workflow actions, as well as outside of an nscale context, for your own purposes.

The nscale Rendition Server makes its interface available using HTTP/REST, and a Java API is also available.

6. nscale Monitoring Console.

In order to guarantee that extensive business processes in terms of IT operations run smoothly,

it is vital that the appropriate functions that help control them are available for use. It is only possible then to

promptly detect and fix errors and failures.

The specialist and technical monitoring of a system during runtime is a major aspect in maintaining availability

and quality. Over time user behaviour changes, the data quantities managed become larger and new

requirements are named: new challenges arise for the system which may require readjustments. A wide

range of options for monitoring and surveillance are essential for active and timely recognition of necessary

measures.

REST Client

Java Client

HTTP/REST

API

APIRendition

Server

Plug-in 1 ...

Plug-in nAbstract illustration of the

architecture of the nscale Rendition Server.

nscale Server Storage LayerFor reporting and evaluation of the technical content stored in the system, nscale allows

the connection of an accounting function.

It is possible to select the technical events to be logged and then made available

later. Designated events are archiving, storage in the archive, retrieving and deleting

documents.

The relevant technical parameters such as the volume of the respective process, the

compressed volume, data type, storage location or similar are logged for each event.

This results in a regularly updated protocol,

which can be evaluated using standard report generators.

nscale Server Application LayerIf necessary, comprehensive protocol information can also be archived in the

nscale back-end, exported in CSV format and individually evaluated via standard tools

(e.g. Microsoft Excel). This is the case, for example, when changes have to be made clear

without in a fully transparent and audit-compliant manner.

The protocol information created extends over the whole life cycle of an nscale object and

covers every change, without gaps.

The spectrum ranges from the gap-free traceability of all changes within the document

areas up to logging only specific and selected actions.

Specialist logging options.

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The nscale Monitoring Console's sensors can be put together as required and conveniently

monitored as a group. It is also possible to individually configure new sensors to fit specific

business requirements. This means that monitoring can be carried out easily and comfortably.

The administrator receives a prompt notification, if critical values are exceeded. This means that

timely information regarding a critical system state provides greater security.

From the very beginning, the main focus when developing the nscale Monitoring Console was

on the integration into existing monitoring landscapes. Due to this fact, being able to integrate

the data from the Monitoring Console in Nagios (software for monitoring complex systems and

networks) has already been provided for.

Preventative monitoring offers the possibility to monitor the performance of nscale in a

precautionary manner. This monitors the execution times of tasks in the standard interface. If

these times are greater than the defined limit, then these will be recorded for subsequent analysis.

The nscale Monitoring Console monitors adherence to threshold values and displays the status in

an indicator light system.

The behaviour at database level as well as from plug-ins or hooks can be quickly identified in this

way.

Your advantage: Active and preventative monitoring ensures that all relevant information regarding

nscale performance is immediately available and doesn’t have to be manually extracted in a time-

consuming way.

nscale Monitoring Console: Monitoring of resources is vividly highlighted using traffic light colours.

Configurable e-mail

notifications in the event of

critical system statuses

Enhanced monitoring.

In addition to the possibilities already described, the nscale Monitoring Console offers the option to operate a central monitoring process throughout the

entire range of nscale components. It forms a separate and optional module which can monitor all system activities.

The nscale Monitoring Console makes it possible to have extensive control over all nscale system components. The performance and integrity of nscale

is monitored by sensors. Monitoring via the sensors takes place at a centralised location. The current system status can be illustrated in a very simple way

using differently coloured indicator lights - using the nscale Administrator or even simply using the nscale Monitor Windows gadget. In addition to this

visual display, information regarding the status can be sent via an automated e-mail to the administrator.

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The screen shot shows the selection

dialogue. This allows the objects to be

exported to be individually compiled,

in this case it is a selection of process

definitions.

nscale Support Assistant: The log and

configuration data can be summarised

quickly and easily.

Enhanced import / export functions with the nscale Scenario Manager.

The nscale Scenario Manager accelerates and optimises the

nscale environment’s adjustment processes between different source and target systems.

One thing is clear: That’s why Ceyoniq Technology’s

nscale Scenario Manager provides you with an intelligent tool to help you adapt the nscale

environment to the circumstances that your business requires with a great deal of flexibility.

Scenarios can effortlessly be created and transferred using the comprehensive import and export

options. The selection and behaviour of the objects to be transferred right through to entire

complex scenarios can be defined depending on the requirement. This allows pre-configured

scenarios to be administered quickly and easily. Extensive dialogues for editing are available to the

administrator.

nscale Support Assistant: Enhanced support options.

The nscale Support Assistant offers quick, effective

support when the administrator requires relevant

information that is necessary for support. All important

data,

such as, for example, log files, configuration files or

licence information, are available at the touch of a

button. Particularly practical: the information is directly

packed in a ZIP file.

These can either be sent via e-mail or directly stored on

the Ceyoniq Technology GmbH support server.

Your advantage: With the nscale Support Assistant, all

support-relevant data is made available in a fast, simple

manner.

Administration and management.

The nscale information platform offers intelligent and effective tools for managing and (self-)

control of nscale for the company's administrators as well as for Ceyoniq partners.

The nscale Administrator is available as the main control tool and means for administration.

All configuration measures can thus be carried out clearly and at a central location.

Key features at a glance. User-defined scalability of the nscale Server Diverse and powerful interfaces

Universal application due to platform independence

All common databases: Oracle, IBM (DB2), Microsoft SQL Server

Minimal processing times for documents

Ultimate search performance

Optimum comfort when importing and exporting

Maximum performance with a large number of active simultaneous users

Intelligent Business Activity Monitoring Engine (BAM)

Individual rights management using permission settings

Wide-ranging evaluation and control options

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