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Applicable for: Windows
Learn more about Add Device
In the Add Device dialog box, you can manually add a computer or device to your network by providing the following details:
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The name or description of the device
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The IP address or physical address of the device
You can add a computer or device, irrespective of the connection status of the device. The maximum character length of the device name is 15 characters.
You can use the following formats in the IP or Physical Address box:
| IPv4 address |
172.16.0.0 |
| IPv6 address |
fe80::12ac:fe44:192a:14cc |
| Physical address |
11-22-c3-5a-fe-a4 |
| Resolvable host |
ftp.myfiles.com |
The default trust level of the devices that you add is Full Trust. However, you can change the trust level of the devices.
If you trust a device that is not on your network, you can expose your computer to potential security risks.
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Last modified: 07/17/2024
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