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title: Setup File
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createdAt: 2026-07-14T23:08:53.377Z
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A **Setup File** configures essential player settings and is required for a player to function.

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If you do not create a Setup File, the **Default Setup File** will be assigned when the player is registered. For more info, see [Default Setup File](docId\:J9wsBHJjZhW01fvh_nqfn).
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# Setup File Library

From BrightSign Control, go to: **Player Setup / Setup File Library**

Here, you can view, edit, clone, or delete Setup Files.

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# Create a Setup File

To create a new Setup File and add it to the library, click **Add a Setup File**. Here, you will be able to configure key player settings.

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Setup File settings are organized into the following categories:

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Basics
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Set the Setup File name, player name, player description, and time zone as shown above.
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Publishing Mode
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The **Publishing Mode **determines how content will be delivered to the player and is dependent on your desired **CMS** (Content Management System).
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Network
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Configure the player's network access (e.g., Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB-connected networking, etc.).
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Services & Monitoring
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Enable features like the [Diagnostic Web Server (DWS)](docId\:qXt4YHey7IEj_M9dH73wM) or Local Web Server.
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