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location or folder. The Network tab lets you set a browser URL for that server if you want to view it in a browser window instead of through a session Viewer. The Information tab allows you to enter information about the server including a server description, contact information and any comments you would like to add. Lastly, the Connections tab displays the connection that will be used for a specific server.

NOTE: You can also change the properties of your appliance. For more information, see Chapter 4.

To change device properties:

1.Select an individual server in the Unit Selector list.

2.Select View - Properties from the AVWorks Explorer menu. -or-

Click the Properties task button. The Properties dialog box appears.

Figure 3.16: Server General Properties Tab

3.Type in the name of the server. A warning will display if you enter a duplicate name.

4.(Optional) Select the device type. If the selection is not in the pulldown, type the name of the new server type in the text field. Once entered, the option becomes available in the pulldown for future assignment.

5.(Optional) Select the icon to display for the unit.

6.(Optional) Assign a server to a site, department or location. (These categories are customizable. See Modifying custom field names in this chapter.) If an option is not in the pulldown, type the name of the new assignment in the text field. Once entered, the option becomes available in the pulldown for future assignment.