Understanding a Vocera Incoming VMI Adapter Configuration

The Vocera Incoming VMI Adapter acts as a server for third party integrators using the VMI protocol.

Adapters send information to and receive information from the Vocera Platform, as well as monitor and collect data. Each adapter is configured to allow the Vocera Platform to communicate with a specific type of resource and any devices that resource may control.

The Vocera Incoming VMI Adapter implements the VMI protocol as a server with the intent of receiving inbound messages and providing responses to the senders. This adapter manages the connection with the VMI client, receives and stores messages based on the message types configured, and provides the ability to receive messages and send responses to both alpha-numeric and multiple choice response (MCR) messages. (See Multiple Choice Response (MCR) Matching for additional information.)

This deployment diagram shows how the Vocera Incoming VMI Adapter fits within the Vocera appliance in a hospital environment.