The General Properties tab allows you to change a Dell™ 2161DS Console Switch or server's name, type (servers only), the icon that will be used to display the server in Remote Console Switch Software and to assign the unit to a site, location or department.
To change general server properties:
1. Select the Server tab and then select an individual server from the Unit Selector list.
2. Select View - Properties from the Explorer menu.
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Click the Properties task button. The Properties dialog box appears.
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Right-click the server or switch and select Properties. The Properties dialog box appears.
3. Type the name of the server or switch. Duplicate names are not allowed.
4. (Optional) Select the server type. You cannot edit this field for appliances. If the selection is not in the drop-down list, type the name of the new server type in the text field. Once entered, the option becomes available in the drop-down list for future assignment.
5. Select the icon to display for the unit.
6. (Optional) Assign the server or appliance to a site, department or location. If an option is not in the drop-down list, type the name of the new assignment in the text field. Once entered, the option becomes available in the drop-down list for future assignment.
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