Tag: Appspace

We have successfully installed the updated Appspace (formerly Nexus) software on a new server. As mentioned in our recent newsletter, we are upgrading Appspace to the latest version of 5.8 from our current version of 4.2.2 to enable new features, performance improvements, and the ability to add additional networks for more players on campus.

We are currently migrating content over from the current Appspace server at digitalsigns.smu.edu to the new server. Starting next week, we will be testing the new server and updates. We will then work with you to update the server settings on your Player PC to point to the new server. Once the Player PC is directed to the new server, you will need to upload any layout changes made sine April 18th to the new player application.

We will have a trainer on campus next week for anyone interested in learning the new system. You can register for the training by going to smu.edu/ITTraining. We will offer additional training later this summer.

During the week of April 18, OIT will upgrade the Appspace (formerly Nexus) software that runs the various digital displays on campus.  The upgrade process is quite involved as we will move to new server hardware during the process. There are also several significant changes to the software as we upgrade to the latest version.

Anyone who currently has access to edit content in the digital signage system (digitalsigns.smu.edu) will receive direct communication throughout the project as well as an invitation to training once the upgrade is complete.

The following is a rough timeline of the upgrade project:

• April 18: upgrade begins.  The current system will remain online.  Users can make changes as needed throughout the week. However, these changes will not be transferred to the new system.
• April 25:  New system goes live.  Content owner will be invited to a training session that week.