Knowledge Basic

Logging into the Platform

The first step to access CONTROL is to receive an invitation email. This email contains a link that allows you to set your password for future access to the platform.

After receiving the invitation, click the link to set up your password. You will see a page similar to this example:

Once the process is complete, you will be redirected to the CONTROL platform:

Understanding the CONTROL Interface

Now that you're logged into the CONTROL platform, let's explore the available options:

Main Dashboard

In the center of the screen, you'll find a series of customizable reports in the Main Dashboard. These reports include:

• Devices UP - Shows currently active devices
• Devices Per Status - Displays device status distribution
• Devices Logs - Provides access to device log information

Navigation Menu

The left-side menu provides access to key platform sections:

1. Inventory - View devices, create configurations, and add parameters for each profile

2. Firmware - Upload different firmware versions for upgrades or downgrades, and customize firmware update workflows

3. Locations - Create and manage physical locations using:

   • Geo-localization with coordinates
   • Custom labels to identify device groups
   • Organization by OLT or DOCSIS CMTS connections

4. User Log - View all transactions and changes made within the platform

Enabling Expert Mode

To access advanced features, you need to activate Expert Mode:

1. Check the Expert mode checkbox
2. Refresh the webpage by pressing F5 or using your browser's refresh button

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This completes the basic overview of the CONTROL platform. The next step is to create a Profile.