Sets options for connecting to a site and plant structure and passes user access information to the application. This dialog box opens when you click File > Open Database.
Available plant structures — Lists those plant structures found on the network. You can select only one item from this list at a time.
Application Type — Allows you to select an application for filtering the available plant structures that are associated with that application. If all the plants in the site are associated with one application only, the value is read-only.
Open — Connects you to the selected plant or project database. The Open command also checks to make sure you have the correct access privileges for the selected database and passes your access information back to Drawing Manager.
Site Server — Opens the Open Site Server dialog box, allowing you to select the SmartPlantV4.ini file for the site you want to access. Plant structures contained in the site you selected display in the Available plant structures list.