# Common Data Sources

1. Ensure TilliT Edge is onboarded and online.
2. Go to the Edge Data Sources panel in the Edge's expanded information.<br>

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3. Click the **Create** button to open the configuration pop-up window.<br>

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| Name            | Description                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                |
| --------------- | -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Name            | A name for the data source.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                |
| Datasource Type | <p>The protocol TilliT will use to comminicate with the data source<br></p><ul><li><strong>OPC\_UA server</strong> (recommended)</li><li><strong>Direct PLC connection</strong> via PROFINET, MODBUS, or RevPi Module</li><li><strong>Simulator</strong> (for testing, training, or demos without a data source)</li></ul> |
| Endpoint        | The data source address.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                   |
| Option          | Advanced networking options                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                |

4. Click **Save and Close** to finalize the setup.
5. Verify the connection:
   * Be sure to press the **Publish Configuration** button for the Edge.
   * Check the **Connected** checkbox. A tick will appear once the edge is connected to the data source.
   * The connection status updates every 60 seconds.