CMDB Properties

Add CMDB Properties

1.

From the Select Actions drop-down list, choose New Property Data.

2.

Complete the fields, referring to the table below.

3.

When all selections/entries are made, click Add.

Field	Description
Property Name	Name to assign to the field.
Property Group	Specifies the group in which the field should display. Click the drop-down list and select from the options given.
Is Integrity	Highlights the properties that should always be kept up-to-date based on which CI confidence/rank is calculated.
Is Main	Specifies that the property displays in the Main Properties area of the applicable windows.
All Blueprints	Specifics which blueprints apply to this property.
Blueprints	Search for and add a blueprint to associate with this property.
Property Type	Defines the type of property, such as string, integer, or data.
Property Order	Specifies in which order this property is displayed.
Is Mandatory	Indicates a field value is required.
Is Private	When marked as private, the property is only visible for certain users, groups, roles, or departments.

Edit CMDB Properties

Not all functions include an option to edit record line items shown in the main window.

1.

Navigate to the window containing the record to edit.

2.

Click the line containing the record. The applicable window or dialog box displays.

3.

Make the necessary modifications.

4.

Click Save or Add, as applicable.

When editing an existing item, other options may be available, such as adding Tasks, Comments, and Attachments and viewing History.

The options change based upon the function; therefore, not every option may be shown.

Delete CMDB Properties

Deleting is a permanent action and cannot be undone. Deleting may affect other functionality and information in the application such as data in configured reports, fields in windows, selectable options, etc. Therefore, be sure to understand the potential effects before making a deletion.

1.

Click the line that contains the item to delete.

2.

From the Select Actions drop-down list, choose Delete. If a confirmation message is displayed, take the appropriate action (for example, click OK or Continue).