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Create a Host Configuration Object

You can create a new Host Configuration object or duplicate an existing object.

To create a host configuration object

1. Click Infrastructure, Hosts.
2. Click Host Configuration, Create Host Configuration.

   The Create Host Configuration pane opens.

3. Do one of the following:
   • (Recommended) Create a copy of an existing Host Configuration object and modify its properties. You can copy the DefaultHostSettings object and use its settings as a template for the new object. The DefaultHostSettings object is installed by the Policy Server installation program.

     Important! Do not directly modify and use the DefaultHostSettings object. Always copy this object and then modify it.

   • Create a new object.
4. Click OK.

   The Create Host Configuration: Name pane opens.

   Note: Click Help for descriptions of settings and controls, including their respective requirements and limits.

5. Type the name and a description in the fields on the General group box.
6. Specify the Host Configuration settings in the Configuration Values group box.
7. Click Submit.

   The Create Host Configuration task is submitted for processing.