Overview
The Autodesk BIM 360 connector in DryvIQ enables you to analyze, migrate, copy, and synchronize files between your Autodesk BIM 360 account and cloud storage repositories, as well as on-premises network file shares. The first step is to create the Autodesk BIM 360 connection by providing the connection information required for DryvIQ to connect to the platform. The connector can be created using any user account with permissions to access the content.
Adding the DryvIQ App
You must add the registered DryvIQ app to your Autodesk BIM 360 account before you create a connection in the DryvIQ Platform. You will not be able to successfully create a connection if you do not add the app.
- Log in to your Autodesk BIM 360 account as the Account Administrator.
- Click Apps on the top menu bar.
- Locate and select the SkySync app (DryvIQ’s previous name).
- The “SkySync” app page displays.
- Click Add to BIM 360.
- Click Authorize to grant DryvIQ access.
- You can proceed to creating the connection in the DryvIQ Platform.
Creating a Connection
- Expand the Manage section in the left navigation menu.
- Click Connections.
- Click Add connection.
- Select Autodesk BIM 360 as the platform on the Add connection modal.
- Enter the connection information. Reference the table below for details about each field.
- Test the connection to ensure DryvIQ can connect using the information entered.
- You will see a green "Connected” message at the bottom of the modal when DryvIQ establishes a connection. (If the connection test fails, verify the information you entered.)
- Select Done.
| Field | Description | Required |
|---|---|---|
| Display as |
Enter the display name for the connection. If you will be creating multiple connections, ensure the name readily identifies the connection. The name displays in the application, and you can use it to search for the connection and filter lists.
If you do not add a display name, the connection will automatically be named “Autodesk BIM 360.” DryvIQ recommends you add a custom name if you will be creating multiple connectors you need to readily identify. |
Optional |
| Client ID | Enter the client ID that needs to be used to access the platform. | Required |
| Client Secret | Enter the client secret that needs to be used to access the platform. | Required |
| Account ID | Enter the account ID for the account that needs to be accessed. | Required |
| Region | Select the region: US or EMEA. | Required |
Features and Limitations
Platforms all have unique features and limitations. DryvIQ’s transfer engine manages these differences between platforms, allowing you to configure actions based on Job Policies and Behaviors. The information below is platform-specific. Use the Platform Comparison tool to see how your integration platforms may interact regarding features and limitations.
| Supported Features | Unsupported Features | Other Features/Limitations |
|---|---|---|
| Version Preservation | File Lock Propagation | File Size Maximum: N/A |
|
Timestamp Preservation See below for more information. |
Mirror Lock Ownership |
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Author/Owner Preservation See below for more information. |
Account Map | Path Length Maximum: 255 |
| Group Map | Segment Path Length: N/A | |
| Permission Preservation | Restricted Types: N/A | |
| User Impersonation | ||
| Metadata Map | ||
| Tags Map |
Author/Owner Preservation
When Autodesk BIM 360 is the destination platform, author/owner preservation is not supported.
When Autodesk BIM 360 is the source platform, author/owner preservation is supported only for destination platforms that support this attribute.
Path Lengths
Autodesk does not impose restrictions on the total path length. However, segment path lengths are limited to 255 characters. Segments are delimited by a forward slash (/). For example, <max 255 characters>/<max 255 characters>.
Path Requirements
When the Autodesk connection is the destination connection for a migration project, you must select the “Project Files” folder or deeper as the destination path. Attempting to use a path above the “Project Files” folder will result in an error similar to, “New files must be created within an existing project folder.”
Timestamp Preservation
When Autodesk BIM 360 is the destination platform, timestamp preservation is not supported.
When Autodesk BIM 360 is the source platform, timestamp preservation is supported only for destination platforms that support this attribute.