How do I setup and use Operation Hours in ATRS?

Event-based schedules poll the event-source continuously. However, you may prefer them to be active during certain times. Operational Hours enables you to define times when an event can trigger an Event-Based schedule.

System - Operation Hours

Operational Hours allow you to setup times during which an event is allowed to trigger an Event-Based schedule. If an event occurs during operational hours, the scheduled tasks will execute. This article will show you how to set up operational hours.

Step 1: Navigate to  System Tab  from the Home Screen and select Operation Hours.

Step 2: Click Add to configure Operational Hours

For example, if you only wanted ATRS to monitor your database in the during business hours, then this option would be quite useful. 

Step 3: Click OK to save the Settings.

Step 4 (Optional): If you need to make any changes to existing Operational Hours select the operational hours you wish to change and click Edit.

Applying Operational Hours

Now that you have set up your operational hours, you can easily integrate them into your existing Event-Based Schedules. Here's how to incorporate them seamlessly into your schedule.

 

Step 1: Right Click on the Event Based Schedule to view the Context Menu.

Step 2: Select Properties.

Step 3: Navigate to Schedule Options of your (Event Based Schedule).

Step 4: Check the Use Custom Hours of Operation.  From the Dropdown menu Select the Hours of Operation that you want to use for this Schedule.

Step 5: Click on Apply and OK to Save the changes.