AF SDK
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Resolving PI AF SDK Connection Issues from ASP.NET on IIS
Resolve common authentication and connectivity issues when connecting to PI AF Server from IIS-hosted ASP.NET web services, covering permissions, Kerberos, and modernizing platforms.
Carlos Herrera

AFSDK: Import XML to Specific AF Element Path – Best Practices
Master importing XML to a precise PI Asset Framework (AF) element path using AF SDK. This deep dive covers `ImportXml` best practices, correct XML structure, and avoiding common pitfalls for reliable AF model updates.
Marcus Chen

Mastering PI AF Data Alignment: 15-Minute Boundaries & Custom Logic
Explore how to precisely align PI System data to fixed intervals like 15-minute boundaries in PI Asset Framework, implementing custom logic for tolerance windows and gap detection using AF SDK.
Marco Rossi

Resolving PI Notification Errors: Automate Time Rule Changes with AF SDK
Encountering 'EN_AnalysisNotConfigured' errors in PI Notifications? Learn how to programmatically reset time rules in bulk using AF SDK and C# to restore notification functionality after server restarts.
Marco Rossi

Programmatically Map Dependent Analyses in PI AF with AF SDK
Discover how to programmatically map complex analysis dependencies within PI Asset Framework using AF SDK. This guide covers challenges, best practices, and C# code examples for robust dependency tracking.
Jakub Novak

Accessing AF Table Data in PI ACE: A VB.NET Tutorial
Learn how to access and filter PI Asset Framework (AF) Table data within PI Advanced Calculation Engine (ACE) modules using PI AF SDK and VB.NET, including direct DataTable.Select() methods and AF Table Lookup Data References for efficient calculations.
Katarina Horvat

PI Web Services 2012 Data Paths: PI:\ vs AF:\ Explained
Explore PI Web Services 2012 data paths, clarifying how "PI:\..." and "AF:\..." routes leverage PI SDK, AF SDK, and PI Buffer Subsystem for robust data writes, buffering, and fanning in PI Collectives.
Hiroshi Nakamura

AF SDK: Resolve Missing PI Point Instrument Tag with Lazy Loading
Encountering missing PI Point Instrument Tags in AF SDK? Learn why lazy loading causes this common issue and discover how to explicitly or bulk load attributes for reliable data access.
Siti Rahman

AFPlugin Configuration: Streamlining with .NET Object Serialization
Discover how to modernize PI AFPlugin configuration by serializing .NET objects into the ConfigString, eliminating manual string parsing for robust, maintainable solutions.
Ravi Sharma

Programmatically Check PI Notification Service Targeting a PI AF Database
Learn how to use the AVEVA PI Notifications SDK to programmatically verify if your PI Notification Scheduler service is actively targeting a specific PI Asset Framework Database, ensuring robust monitoring and automation.
Hiroshi Nakamura

AF SDK: Programmatically Set PI Notifications with Attribute Limits
Master how to use PI AF SDK to programmatically retrieve AF Attribute limits and configure dynamic PI Notifications comparison rules, automating your alert setup efficiently.
Lars Andersen

C# PI System Connectivity: Migrating to AF SDK for .NET
Install OSIsoft.AFSDK via NuGet and migrate your C# apps to AF SDK for .NET. Covers PI Point access, AF Server connection, and modern connectivity patterns.
Thomas Müller
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