Siemens SIMATIC HMI - Entering the IP Address and Name Server

Commissioning the device
4.3 Parameterizing the Comfort Panel
Comfort Panels
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4.3.10.2 Specifying the computer name of the HMI device
You can use this function to assign a computer name to the HMI device. The computer name
is used to identify the HMI device in the local network.
Requirement
The Control Panel is open.
NOTICE
Computer name must be unique
Communication errors may occur in the local network if you assign a computer name more
than once.
Enter a unique computer name in the ""Device name"" text box.
Procedure
1. Open the "System Properties" dialog using the "System" icon.
2. Change to the "Device Name" tab.
①
Computer name of the HMI device
②
Brief description of the HMI device (optional)
3. Enter the computer name for the HMI device in the "Device name" text box. Enter the
name without spaces.
4. If necessary, enter a description for the HMI device in the "Device description" text box.
5. Confirm your entries with "OK".
The dialog closes.
The computer name for the HMI device is now set.