Assign a client computer to a new FactoryTalk Directory server

Using a DNS alias name to switch to a new FactoryTalk Directory server can reduce the effort and impact to the system in the future.
To assign a client computer to a new FactoryTalk Directory server
  1. On the client computer, open FactoryTalk Administration Console.
  2. On the menu bar, select
    Tools > FactoryTalk Directory Server Options...
    .
  3. In
    FactoryTalk Directory Server Location Utility
    , select
    Browse
    .
  4. In
    FactoryTalk Directory Server Configuration
    , select
    Remote computer
    , and then enter the DNS alias name associated with the computer hosting the FactoryTalk Directory server.
  5. Select
    OK
    .
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