Adding new variables to the change file

Use the following procedure to add a new variable to the change file.

Before you begin

Before you begin to add a new variable to the change file, 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.
• You know the variable you want to add.

To add a new variable to the change file

1. Select Edit > Add from the menu bar. The Add Variable dialog box is displayed.
   
   Add Variable dialog box
   
2. In the Variable box, type the variable name in the form /path/variable_name. If the variable does not exist, it will be created.
3. In the Value box, type the variable's value. If the value is a list, separate the items by commas since the append, merge, and replace operations require commas to distinguish the values.
4. Perform one of the following actions:
   • To add the new variable to the change file and leave the Add Variable dialog box open to add another variable, click Apply.
     The variable is added to the change file.
   • To add the new variable, close the dialog box, return to the primary window, and click OK.
     The variable is added to the change file and the system displays the primary window.