Specialized Usage : Using URL AssetStore : Storing Assets on FTP Servers
   
Storing Assets on FTP Servers
The URL AssetStore Module also enables you to upload cataloged assets to FTP servers by using the Cumulus menu commands. It also allows you to employ FTP servers as the Central Asset Locations for catalogs.
Moving an Asset to an FTP Location
To move an asset to an FTP location:
 
1. Select the record whose asset you would like to move.
2. Select Asset > Move To.
The Select Asset Storage Module dialog opens which lists all available Asset Storage Modules.
3. Select the URL AssetStore and click OK. A window for entering an URL opens.
4. Enter a valid FTP-URL and click OK.
Cumulus moves the asset to the selected location and updates the reference of the selected record.
Copying an Asset to an FTP Location
To copy an asset to an FTP location:
 
1. Select the record whose asset you would like to copy.
2. Select Asset > Copy To.
The Select Asset Storage Module dialog opens which lists all available Asset Storage Modules.
3. Select the URL AssetStore and click OK. A window for entering a URL opens.
4. Enter a valid FTP-URL and click OK.
Cumulus copies the asset to the selected location.