
HP Device Manager User Manual
CHAPTER 5 Common Tasks
This chapter describes how to use the Management Console to change device settings, copy files and execute commands.
Performing a Task
In order to perform a task on a remote device you must first define a template which provides the instructions to be executed or new settings, then apply that template to the device. The basic proce- dure is described below. For a more detailed explanation, please refer to the sections “Task Template Management” on page 94 and “Task Management” on page 98.
1To define a template,
2Specify your requirements for the template using the options available, then click the Save as button and enter a name for the new template.
3To apply the template to a device or group of devices, either drag the template from the Template Pane and drop it on to the device or group,
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