Abstract: A data acquisition system for a machine is disclosed. The data acquisition system has an interface control module located on the machine and an offboard data system in communication with the interface control module. The interface control module is configured to collect information related to performance of the machine. The offboard data system is configured to receive a request for the information collected by the interface control module and determine whether a current user of the machine is a new user or an existing user. The offboard data system is further configured to initiate an authorization process associated with communication of the requested information in response to the determination.

Abstract: A component registration system for a machine is disclosed. The component registration system has a component located on the machine, a data system remote from the machine, and a controller in communication with the component and the data system. The controller is configured to automatically collect information from the component upon installation of the component onto the machine and automatically send the information to the data system to initiate a registration process.