Connector Points and Connector Ports FAQS

1. What are connector ports and where are they located?
• Connector Ports are small circles located on the left or right side of components in the Mapping Diagram. They are used to define connections between components, representing input or output data flows.
2. How do I create a connection between two components?
• To create a connection, click and drag a line from the connector port of one component to the connector port of another component. If the connection is valid, ODI will automatically assign the appropriate connector points on both components.
3. Can I create multiple connections between the same components?
• Yes, but only one line will be shown in the Mapping Diagram, even if there are multiple connector points. The diagram simplifies the display by merging all connections into a single line.
4. What happens if I drag a connection to a port that has already reached its maximum number of connections?
• You cannot create a new connection if the port has already reached its maximum number of allowed connections. For example, a target datastore can only have one input connector point.
5. How do I add more connector points to a component?
• Some components, like the Join component, allow the addition of connector points:
• You can drag a new connection to an input port, and ODI will automatically create a new input connector point if the component allows it.
• Alternatively, you can use the Property Inspector to manually add connector points by clicking the green plus icon in the Connector Points section.
6. How do I delete a connector?
• To delete a connector, you can either:
• Right-click the connector line between two components and select Delete.
• Or, select the connector line and press the Delete key on your keyboard.
7. Can I add multiple input or output connectors to any component?
• Not all components allow multiple connectors. For example:
• A target datastore typically only allows one input connector point.
• However, some components, like the Join component, can have multiple input connector points, and you can add more using the Property Inspector.
8. What is the purpose of connector points in ODI?
• Connector points define the pathway for data flow between components. When you create connections, ODI uses these points to manage how data is transferred and mapped between the source and target components.
9. Can I configure the number of connectors on a component?
• Yes, some components, like the Join component, allow you to configure the number of input and output connectors. You can add more connectors via the Property Inspector as needed.
10. What happens if I try to connect components with incompatible connectors?

• If the connection is not allowed, ODI will prevent the connection from being created. For example, a target datastore with a single input connector cannot accept multiple connections. You will be notified if the connection attempt fails.