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It is possible to store scalar data in a database instead of netcdf-files on disk. At the moment the only supported database type is MongoDB. It is however possible to add support for other database types as well by implementing a set of java interfaces. The archive database should be considered as an optional extension to the Deltares Open Archive to store scalar data in a way which is more convenient to your organization.
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The archive database should be configured in the Archives.xml. In this file should be configured how to connect to the archive database and how to load the database plugin. More information about the configuration of the Archives.xml can be found here 10 Archives - DELFT-FEWS Documentation - Deltares Public Wiki
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How can I import data from the archive database? Data can be imported by using the archive display. More information about this topic can be found here: 21 Archive display - DELFT-FEWS Documentation - Deltares Public Wiki. Data can also be retrieved by using the seamless integration. The Time Series Dialog the seamless integration is only available for external historical data. In the pi-webservice the seamless integration is also available for simulated data and external forecast data. No additional configuration is needed to activate the seamless integration for the archive database. Once the archive database is configured in the Archives.xml it will automatically be activated.
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