As part of Canary update 3.x.5 and onwards, the industry-specific file share generator now lets you create realistic Windows file share folder structures in a few clicks. Simply pick an industry and we'll create the entire share for you!
Step 1: Log in to your Console.
Step 2: Open the Canary
Click on the Canary you want to configure the Windows File Share on.
Step 3: Configure Canary
Click on thegear icon (Configure Canary)to configure this Canary.
Step 4: Set up Windows File Share
- Scroll down to the Windows File Share and ensure it is enabled.
- Enable Generate industry-specific file tree settings to begin generating a more realistic share.
Step 5: Add an Industry Tree
- Choose an industry that best matches your use case from the drop down list.
- Click Okay to generate a unique file tree structure for this industry.
- Don't like the generated share? Click Regenerate to generate a new one.
You can still edit, add files/folders, delete and rename whatever you like by right clicking!
Healthcare example:
Step 6: Add common department folders
Looking to add a Miscellaneous Departments?
Besides entire tree generation the Add Miscellaneous Department will append a folder for a common department. The current choices are: Financials, Human Resources, IT, Legal, Marketing and Sales.
Add these department folders to a generated tree or one you've crafted yourself!
Note
This will include the folder in the top level of the file tree.
Step 7: Deploy Canary
Once you've made the changes, scroll down to the bottom of the configuration page and click Deploy new configuration.
Step 8: Wait for the Canary to reboot
Your new configuration will be pushed down to your Canary. Once it reaches 100%, your Canary will reboot and reconnect to your Console with the new configuration.