Data Locations

Configuration module > File Menu > Data Locations

As a general rule, do not change the data locations that were established by the R.O. Writer dealer during installation. Changes could render the system inoperable.

Each of the fields on this window show the path where the information is located:

Field

Description

Database

This is the location of the R.O. Writer database. For multi-user locations, this path and the DO Updates From path point to a drive mapped to the server. R.O. Writer allows you to set up multiple store locations.

Terminal Data File

This is the location of the Term database, which is always the following location:

C:\Users\[username]\AppData\Roaming\Progressive Automotive Systems, Inc\ROWriter\Term

AllData Is Installed In

This is the location where ALLDATA application is stored. ALLDATA is a licensed feature. If you are licensed for it, ALLDATA is typically installed here:

C:\alldataw

Do Updates From

This is where you do database updates from.

Back Up Shared Data Files In

This is where the database is backed up to during end of day operations and Support Tool backups.

For more information on backing up, see Backup Tips.