Adding a host to the host list

Use this procedure to add a host that is not on the host list.

Before you begin

Before you begin to add a host to the host list, make sure you have completed the following prerequisites:

• You have read Configuring the BMC PATROL Agent
• You have read Overview of xpconfig functions.
• You have started the xpconfig configuration utility, and the primary window is displayed.

To add a host to the host list

1. With the mouse pointer over the host list box, use MB3 to select Add, or select Host > Add.
   The Add Hosts dialog box is displayed.
   
   Add Hosts dialog box
   
2. Click etc/host or ypcat host, depending on which list of hosts you want to select from.
   The system displays the appropriate host list.
3. Perform one of the following actions:
   • Select a host from the list.
   • Type a host name in the Enter hostname box.
4. Perform one of the following actions:
   • To add the name to the host list and remain in the Add Hosts dialog box to select another name, click Apply.
     The host is added to the host list.
   • To add the name to the host list and close the Add Hosts dialog box, click OK.
     The host is added to the host list and the system displays the primary window.