1. Overview
QAWeb Enterprise Agent can operate in two modes:
- Standalone Mode: No network connection required, limited to local workstation functionality
- Online Mode (Cloud-connected): Full-featured mode with centralized management via QAWeb Enterprise portal
In standalone mode:
- No centralized management
- No historical tracking of QA results
- No reporting capabilities
- No advanced QA tests
- No enterprise-level visibility
➡️ The standalone agent is considered a lightweight version of the full QAWeb Enterprise solution.
2. Key Difference at a Glance
The online mode offers the most functionalities and advantages for managing diagnostic displays.
| Capability Area | Standalone Mode | Online Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity | No network connection | Connected to QAWeb Enterprise portal |
| Scope | Local workstation only | Centralized (organization-wide) |
| Feature level | Limited | Full functionality |
3. Feature Comparison
3.1 Test Execution & Policies
In online mode, calibration and QA tests are controlled by centrally defined policies.
| Feature | Standalone Mode | Online Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Scheduled calibration & QA tasks | ✅ Local scheduling | ✅ Policy-driven (centralized) |
| Policy configuration | ✅ Limited (local editor) | ✅ Full policy management |
| Task control | Local only | Centralized via portal |
3.2 Results & Reporting
Historical data and reporting require connectivity to the QAWeb Enterprise portal.
| Feature | Standalone Mode | Online Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Test result visibility | Latest result only | Full history available |
| Result storage | Local, no history | Stored centrally in portal |
| Report generation | ❌ Not available | ✅ Available |
| Printing results | ❌ Not available | ✅ Available |
3.3 Enterprise & Management Features
All portal-level functionalities are unavailable in standalone mode.
| Feature | Standalone Mode | Online Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Centralized asset management | ❌ Not available | ✅ Available |
| Remote access / overview | ❌ Not available | ✅ Available |
| Organizational structure management | ❌ Not available | ✅ Available |
| Portal functionalities | ❌ Not available | ✅ Available |
3.4 Additional Features
| Feature | Standalone Mode | Online Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Visual test patterns | ✅ Same as online | ✅ Available |
| Unlock OSD | ✅ Same as online | ✅ Available |
| Agent updates | ✅ Requires internet | ✅ Managed centrally |
4. Recommendation
To fully benefit from QAWeb Enterprise capabilities, it is recommended to use:
✅ Online Mode (Cloud-connected)
This enables:
- Centralized policy management
- Full QA test coverage
- Historical data & reporting
- Enterprise-wide visibility
Standalone mode should only be used in isolated environments without network connectivity.
