Overview

You can import an entire system project contained in an export file (.ece) by using the Import command.

The export file must have been created by using the Export command.

NOTE: The version compatibility and import rules described in this topic apply also to system projects that you import from the Earlier Projects section of the Start Page.

Software Version Compatibility

You may be able to import a system project in a later version of Control Expert. For details, refer to the topic describing the upward compatibility of system projects.

System Project Import Rules

When you import a system project and one with the same identifier already exists in the Control Expert repository, the following rules apply:

  • The existing system project is overwritten unless you select to rename the one your are importing. A dialog box opens where you can choose which action you want to perform.

  • The existing system project must be closed to be overwritten.

NOTE: If you select to rename the imported system project, the new identifier is indicated in the ACTIVITIES tab under Object for the entry corresponding to the import operation.

Importing a System Project

Step

Action

1

In the Projects section of the Start Page, right-click the Control Expert repository root node or a folder and select Import .

Result: The Import dialog box opens.

2

Browse to the export file containing the system project and click Open.

Result: The system project is imported at the selected location.

NOTE: If the system project is password-protected, you must enter the password when prompted. Otherwise, you cannot import it.