Register the hardware
Create a device record with an identifiable name and associate it with the relevant template. Use a consistent naming scheme so operators can locate the equipment behind a reading.
Device management
A clear identity for every device.
Keep device registration, product settings and reporting activity together. Reusable templates describe a product; individual device records identify the hardware installed in the field.
Define its datastreams
Templates organize metric keys, labels, data types and units. Match these settings to the values produced by firmware rather than asking operators to interpret raw field names.
Follow its lifecycle
Review last-seen activity and connection status when commissioning or investigating a unit. Manage the device credential separately from team login accounts.