CONNECTORS
Connector Lifecycle
The Mediloop Connector follows a defined lifecycle to ensure secure deployment, reliable operation, and easy maintenance. Each phase has specific tasks and expected outcomes.
Following the lifecycle helps ensure your connector is secure, reliable, and up to date.
Lifecycle overview
1
Install
Install connector software and prerequisites.
2
Configure
Set up configuration and credentials.
3
Connect
Establish secure connection and validate.
4
Run
Exchange data and monitor operations.
5
Update
Update connector and configuration.
6
Disable / Remove
Disable or remove connector safely.
Lifecycle phases
| Phase | Objective | Key tasks | Status examples |
|---|---|---|---|
1 Install | Install connector software and prerequisites. | • Install Connector SDK or package • Verify system requirements | Not Installed • Installed |
2 Configure | Set up configuration and credentials. | • Configure endpoints and protocols • Store credentials securely | Not Configured • Configured |
3 Connect | Establish secure connection and validate. | • Authenticate and connect • Perform connectivity tests | Disconnected • Connecting • Connected |
4 Run | Exchange data and monitor operations. | • Ingest and/or send data • Monitor health and performance | Running • Degraded • Error |
5 Update | Update connector and configuration. | • Check for updates • Apply updates and restart if needed | Up to Date • Update Available • Updating |
6 Disable / Remove | Disable or remove connector safely. | • Stop data exchange • Remove configuration and credentials | Enabled • Disabled • Removed |
Best Practices
Use least-privilege access
Grant only the permissions required.
Monitor connector health
Set up alerts and regularly review status and logs.
Keep connectors updated
Apply updates to benefit from improvements and security fixes.
Document your configuration
Keep records of settings, endpoints, and versions.
Remove unused connectors
Disable and remove connectors that are no longer in use.
Next step
Learn how to monitor your connector and interpret its health status.Go to Status & Health
Learn how to monitor your connector and interpret its health status.Go to Status & Health