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      Forwarding AlphaX IoT Data to MQTT

      This guide explains how to set up MQTT Forward in AlphaX to forward your data to an MQTT server.

       

      This integration forwards data from all sources received by AlphaX to the nominated MQTT server. Users can update the entity to select different data sets bsed on their asset structure.

      Steps to Set Up MQTT Forward

      1. Navigate to the Integrations Section:

        • In the AlphaX platform, locate the Integrations section in the left-hand menu.

      2. Add a New Integration:

        • Click on the + App button.
        • From the list of integrations, select MQTT Forward.

      3. Create the MQTT Forward Integration:

        • Press the Create button. A modal window will appear.

      4. Fill in the Required Details:

        • Name: Provide a name for your MQTT Forward integration (e.g., "My MQTT Forward").
        • Entity: Choose the entity whose data you wish to forward. This will include the selected data and all data below it in the hierarchy.
        • Topic: By default, AlphaX uses spAv1.0//DDATA/, based on the Eclipse Sparkplug specification. Users can access the topic space spAv1.0//# on the AlphaX MQTT server.
        • Username: Use your AlphaX login email address.
        • Password: Enter your AlphaX API token.
        • MQTT Server Address: Enter the address of the MQTT server (e.g., mqtt.alphax.cloud).

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      5. Using Your Own MQTT Server (Optional):

        • If you prefer to use your own MQTT server:
          • Replace the default server address with your MQTT server's address.
          • Provide your server's credentials (username and password).

      6. Toggle the Integration On or Off:

        • Use the Status toggle to activate or deactivate the MQTT Forward integration.

      7. Save the Configuration:

        • After filling in the details, click Save to finalize the integration setup.

      Additional Notes:

      • The default topic format ensures compatibility with Sparkplug B-compliant systems.
      • If using your own server, ensure the credentials and topics are configured correctly on both ends.

      This integration allows seamless forwarding of IoT data from AlphaX to your chosen MQTT broker, enabling efficient data handling and analytics workflows.