Configure General information for external nodes

Each external node must be uniquely identified by specifying properties for that node. Use the General tab in the External Node Properties dialog box to specify details that identify each external node. Required information is specified.

To configure general information for external nodes

1. In the list of external nodes, select the node you want to configure.
2. Right-click to open the shortcut menu.
3. Select Properties to open the External Nodes Properties dialog box, which displays the General tab by default. The automatically generated unique ID (GUID) for the selected node appears at the top of the dialog box.
4. In the Display Name box, enter the label (display name) for the external node. The caption appears in the External Nodes list. This information is required.
5. Enter any comments or additional information in the Description box. This information is optional.
6. Click Apply to apply your changes.
7. Click OK to apply your changes and close this dialog box.
8. Click Cancel to close this dialog box without saving your changes.
9. Select the Details tab to continue configuring this node.