Convert an IT hardware device to an OT device

  • Release version: Washingtondc
  • Updated February 7, 2024
  • 1 minute to read

    • If you've identified IT hardware devices that belong to the OT network, you can convert these IT Configuration Items (CI) into OT devices.

    Before you begin

    Role required: cmdb_ot_admin or admin

    About this task

    This task is applicable to all IT hardware devices.

    Procedure

    1. Select an IT CI.
      For example, you can navigate to All > Configuration > Base Items > Computers.
    2. Select the IT hardware device that you want to convert to an OT device.
    3. In the Related Links module, select Add OT Device Details.

      The OT Device form is displayed.

    4. Fill in the fields on the OT Device details form.
    5. Select Update.
    6. To view the converted OT Device, navigate to All > Operational Technology (OT) > All OT Devices.

    Result

    The selected IT hardware device has been converted to an OT device.

    Alternatively, you can select multiple IT hardware devices and convert them into OT devices in a bulk edit. For more information, see Convert IT hardware to OT devices in a bulk edit.