Bulk import host aliases
Ensure you create a CSV file with the structure specified below and follow the considerations before you perform the actual bulk import.
Structure of CSV file for bulk alias import
The CSV file to be used for bulk alias import must have the following structure:
<domain>, <hostname>, <alias_hostname>
For example:
Enterprise, AsiaPacific, 123.123.123.123
Considerations to import host aliases in bulk
A bulk import of host aliases succeeds provided the following requirements are met:
Domain mentioned in the CSV must be added on the IT Analytics Portal.
The hosts for which the aliases are being assigned through the CSV file must be present on the portal.
Alias must be unique and unlike the host name. If the alias is duplicate, it is excluded from the import.
Alias names must not contain special characters.
To import host aliases in bulk:
- Prepare the CSV according to format specifications suggested above. The CSV file must be of UTF-8 type.
- Select Inventory.
- Navigate to Hosts and click Import Host Alias.
- Click Choose File and add the CSV file. The file is analyzed and the list of valid and invalid aliases is displayed. You can hover your mouse pointer over the invalid alias names to see the reason for rejection in its tool tip.
- Click Import to add the valid aliases.
A success message is displayed to confirm the alias import.
