Samba File Share

Foji is a versatile data integration platform that allows you to connect and process data from various sources, including Samba file shares. This documentation will guide you through the process of configuring a Samba File Share connector in Foji. The Samba File Share connector enables you to connect to your Samba file shares and access files for integration and analysis. To configure the Samba File Share connector, you will need to provide the following fields: Name, Host, Share, Username, Password, and Domain.

Step 1: Accessing Connector Configuration

1. Log in to your Foji account and navigate to the connectors section.
2. Click on the "Add Connector" button or select the option to create a new connector.

Step 2: Naming the Connector

1. In the "Name" field, enter a unique name for your Samba File Share connector. Choose a descriptive name that helps you identify the purpose or characteristics of this connector.

Step 3: Providing Samba File Share Details

1. Enter the hostname or IP address of the Samba file share in the "Host" field. This should be the address of the machine hosting the Samba file share.
2. Enter the name of the shared folder or share name in the "Share" field. This is the specific folder or directory that you want to connect to within the Samba file share.
3. Enter the username associated with the Samba file share in the "Username" field. This is the username used to authenticate and access the shared folder.
4. Enter the corresponding password for the specified username in the "Password" field. This is the password used for authentication and access to the shared folder.
5. If applicable, enter the domain name associated with the Samba file share in the "Domain" field. This is the domain within which the user account resides, if required for authentication.

Step 4: Saving the Connector Configuration

1. After providing the necessary configuration details, click on the "Save" or "Create" button to save the Samba File Share connector configuration.
2. Foji will validate the connection and establish a connection with the specified Samba file share.
3. You can now use this Samba File Share connector in your Foji workflows to access and integrate files from the shared folder.
4. Contact the Foji support team for more information on utilizing the Samba File Share connector within your workflows.

Conclusion

By following the steps outlined in this documentation, you can configure a Samba File Share connector in Foji. This allows you to establish a connection with your Samba file share and access files for seamless integration and analysis using the Foji platform.

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