Set model properties

Use the General tab to:

• Enter the model Models are data schemas that describe how the information held in a particular database can be accessed and displayed within Sage 200. Each model is contained in its own dynamic link library (DLL). name.
• If required, select the data source The origin of the information being included in the Sage 200 suite. This includes the location of the information on the server. connection string A unique string of characters that identifies the server where information is held and the password information to the data. or add a new data source string.

To set model properties

Open: System Administration > Information Management > Models.

1. Right-click the Model Name and choose Properties.

The Properties window opens, displaying the General tab.

• If you are adding a model, the properties General tab opens automatically when you select Add New Model.

2. Enter the Model Name.

   The names Sage 200 Accounts and Sage 200 Manufacturing are reserved.

3. Enter a description.
4. Enter the Model Version number.

5. Select the model data source from the Data Source drop-down list.

   Each model can only have one data source.

• If the model has no data source, select No Data Source from the Data Source drop-down list.

• We recommend that you add data sources before adding models, although you can add a data source at the same time as adding a model. If you have not created your data source yet, select Add New Data Source from the Data Source drop-down list.

  The Add New Data Source window appears.

6. Click OK to confirm the model properties.