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Create a new device type

Units can be created in the Unit view in Asset Management. Device types can be any kind of device you have in your company e.g. firewalls, mobile devices, telephones, etc.

ElementDescription
Device nameName of the new device.
Device descriptionDescription of the device.
IconIcon for the device.
Change descriptionDescription for the Changelog.
StepAction
1Open Asset Management in Unit view, right-click on the Other device folder, and click New device type.
2Type the device name you want, this must be unique and aligned with your company standards.
3Type a description of the device.
4Choose an icon to represent your device.
5Type a change description and click OK.
6The new device is now visible in the Other devices folder.
If you want to…You can…
Edit a device typeRight-click the device and click Edit device type, click OK when you have completed.
Delete device typeRight-click on the device type and click Delete.
Create a new unitCreate a new computer to see how.