Adding Your First RFID Card
Learn how to create a Card Holder, set up Access Profiles, and add RFID cards to GridFlow Core
This guide assumes you have already added a charger to GridFlow Core. If you haven’t, please refer to the Adding Your First Charger guide first.
Process Overview
Required Items
- RFID Card
- Card Holder Details
- Charger Groups Created
Time Required
Approximately 15-20 minutes
Understanding Access Methods
Before adding an RFID card, understand the two primary ways to use chargers in GridFlow Core.
RFID Access
GridFlow Drive
This guide focuses on RFID card setup. For GridFlow Drive setup, see the GridFlow Drive Configuration guide.
Quick Reference
Access Control Overview
Learn about access control basics
Card Management
Advanced card management features
Troubleshooting
Common issues and solutions
Creating a Card Holder
A Card Holder is the person who will be using the RFID card. This person serves as the point of contact for all card-related matters.
Required Information
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Role/Position
- Contact Details
Optional Details
- Address
- Expiration Date
- Additional Notes
A Card Holder is the person who will be using the RFID card. This person serves as the point of contact for all card-related matters.
Required Information
- Full Name
- Email Address
- Role/Position
- Contact Details
Optional Details
- Address
- Expiration Date
- Additional Notes
Navigate to Access Control
Access the Access Control page from the sidebar on the left.
GridFlow Core Navigation
Open Card Holders Tab
Fill Card Holder Details
Card Holder Details Form
Save Card Holder
Click “Save Changes” to create the card holder profile.
Double-check all information before saving. Email addresses and phone numbers should be verified for accuracy.
You’ve successfully created a Card Holder profile! Next, let’s set up an Access Profile.
Creating an Access Profile
Access Profiles define when and where RFID cards can be used, along with any usage limits.
Access Profiles define when and where RFID cards can be used, along with any usage limits.
Navigate to Access Profiles
On the Access Control page, select the “Access Profiles” tab.
Access Profiles Navigation
Create New Profile
Configure Access Settings
Set Up Restriction Limits
Click “Create New Restriction Limit” and configure:
Review and Finalize
Carefully review all settings as they will affect all cards using this profile.
- Check the summary section
- Add a detailed description
- Click “Save Changes”
Profile Summary
Access Profile created successfully! Now let’s add an RFID card and assign this profile.
Adding an RFID Card
RFID cards are physical credentials that allow access to your charging network based on the assigned Access Profile.
Required Items
- Physical RFID Card
- Card’s Unique Identifier (UID)
- Access Profile
- Card Holder
Optional Settings
- Expiration Date
- Usage Restrictions
- Custom Description
RFID cards are physical credentials that allow access to your charging network based on the assigned Access Profile.
Required Items
- Physical RFID Card
- Card’s Unique Identifier (UID)
- Access Profile
- Card Holder
Optional Settings
- Expiration Date
- Usage Restrictions
- Custom Description
Locate Card Holder
Initiate Card Addition
Enter Card Details
Double-check the UID entry - incorrect numbers will prevent card access.
Complete Registration
Testing and Verification
Check Card Status
Verify in the system:
- Card appears in the list
- Status shows as “Enabled”
- Access Profile is correctly assigned
Card Status Verification
Physical Testing
Check Card Status
Verify in the system:
- Card appears in the list
- Status shows as “Enabled”
- Access Profile is correctly assigned
Card Status Verification
Physical Testing
System Indicators
- Card status “Active”
- Correct profile assignment
- Visible in card holder’s list
Physical Access
- Card read by charger
- Authorization successful
- Charging session starts
Next Steps and Management
Access Profile Management
Fine-tune access permissions and restrictions
Bulk Card Operations
Manage multiple cards efficiently
Usage Monitoring
Track and analyze card usage patterns
Troubleshooting Guide
Resolve common access issues
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