Most operations to create objects in stand-alone mode are not allowed because they imply the creation of at least one logical IODF object. For instance, HCM does not provide a means of creating an empty controller. At least one CU is always created. Therefore, the creation of empty strings and empty controllers is not supported in stand-alone mode.
The only creation operation which is allowed is the creation of physical objects, like for example, cabinets, general boxes or crossbar switches. Physical objects may be connected and disconnected. The connection and disconnection of logical objects is not allowed.