Unable To Change Hostname

Symptom

When attempting to change the hostname on a controller or NVR, the following error message appears:
 

 
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FCWnx
 
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All controllers in the line must be offline before changing the host.
 
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OK   
 
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Resolution

 
 
For a controller:
 
  1. Open the table MicroTable in SecurePerfect.
  2. Change the column "State" from 2 (online mode) to 1 (offline mode).
  3. Change host name as desired.
 
 
 
For an NVR:
 
  1. Open the table DVMRTTable in the same database.
  2. Change the column "State" from 1 (online mode) to 0 (offline mode).
  3. Change the host name as desired.

Applies To

FCWnx

Additional Information