GMG ColorServer is built on a flexible client-server architecture designed for performance, scalability, and seamless integration. Whether installed on a single machine or distributed across a network, its modular components work together to automate and accelerate file processing workflows. This overview explains the core components and how they interact.
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Server | The centerpiece of GMG ColorServer. It centrally stores all profiles, templates, and status information. It can run “headless” in a datacenter, with multiple users administering the server via clients. With automatic load balancing, the server distributes incoming files to processing queues. |
| Clients | Enables users to access the server, submit jobs, manage resources and hotfolders, and monitor job status directly from the desktop. Clients can be installed on Windows or macOS computers. |
| Hotfolder Service | Unlike a standard shared folder, a hotfolder service communicates with the server, enabling high-performance load balancing and resource availability across shared locations. With distributed hotfolders, there is no need to map network drives to the GMG ColorServer machine. |
| Workers | Processing tasks can be offloaded to additional “workers.” These can run locally or on separate computers to provide parallel processing power. |
| API | Many functions of GMG ColorServer can be controlled via the REST API, enabling seamless integration into automated and production environments. For detailed information about available endpoints, authentication, and request formats, see the technical API documentation. |
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