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Getting Started

If you are utilizing the B&R Jenkins server initially, then you can skip the steps shown here.

System Requirements

If you are setting up your own build/automation server, note the following system requirements:

  • Hardware requirements
    • 12 GB of RAM
    • 10 GB of drive space (>50 GB recommended)
  • Software requirements
    • Windows 10
    • Automation Studio 4.7 or above (version must match the project)
      • Plus all required upgrades for the project (manually installed on server)
      • Note: supporting scripts have been tested in AS4.7 and above. Prior versions may work, but have not been checked
    • Python ≥ 3.9
    • Required for automated build scripts
    • Jenkins
    • Java Development Kit

Downloads and Installation

Build and Automation Server

  • Jenkins Download
  • Java Development Kit Download
  • Python Download
  • Installation instructions for Jenkins and the JDK are located here.
    • Please review the video for full instructions on how to install the JDK, Jenkins, and make assorted configuration changes after install.
  • We recommend installing Jenkins on a server or dedicated PC
  • We recommend installing Jenkins with the “recommended plugins” option
    • And manually add the “Office 365 Connector” plugin
    • Configure Extended E-mail Notification plugin
    • Manually add the "Coverage" plugin
  • Python requirements
    •     C:\>pip install requests junitparser GitPython requests junitparser pytest pytest-order asyncua opcua selenium gcov