In Gundi, a Connection represents the flow of data from a physical or virtual device to the platform where it will be processed and analyzed.
Key Elements of a Connection
Each Connection includes the following components:
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Data Provider
The data source configuration, including authentication and setup details.
Learn more: Supported Data Sources
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Destinations
One or more endpoints where data is sent, such as EarthRanger sites, SMART Connect CAs, Movebank accounts, or other integrated platforms.
Learn more: Supported Destinations
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Sources
The physical or virtual devices linked to the Connection (e.g., wildlife collars, weather stations, or third-party data services).
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Activity Logs
Records of all Connection activity, including successful data transfers, errors, and configuration changes.
Learn more: Activity Logs
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Health Status
The current operational state of the Connection, indicating whether data is flowing properly or if issues need attention.
Learn more: Health Status
Accessing Connections
After logging into Gundi, you’ll be redirected to the Connections list by default. You can also access it at any time by selecting “Connections” from the top navigation bar.
This list shows all the connections created for your Organization in Gundi.
Searching and Filtering Connections
Use the left sidebar to search and filter your connections.
- Enter a name or Organization in the search box.
- Apply filters to narrow results by Status (e.g., Healthy, Unhealthy, Disabled), Technology, Destination Platform (e.g., EarthRanger, SMART), Organization, or Destination Endpoint.
Editing Connections
To view a Connection’s details, click on it in the list. The details page includes the following sections: Overview, Provider, Destinations, Sources, and Logs. Select any tab to review or update the Connection.
Only Admin users can edit Connections.
Connection Health
When your connection is active (not disabled), Gundi shows a status next to its name: Healthy or Unhealthy. Connections are checked hourly, and any Connections with recent errors are marked Unhealthy. If this happens, check the Activity Logs for details or contact Support for help.
Additionally, if you haven’t selected a destination yet, your connection will show a warning in the Destination section, along with indicators signaling that the connection is incomplete until a destination is chosen.
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