Changing the hostname

Last Updated : Jun 10, 2026 |

Procedure

  1. Log in to the Communication Manager System Management Interface (SMI) with administrator privilege user credentials.
  2. On the Administration menu, click Server (Maintenance).
  3. In the left navigation pane, click Server Configuration  > Network Configuration.

    SMI displays the Network Configuration page.

  4. Enter the hostname and click Change.
    Note:

    If a backup is created with a hostname containing an underscore (_) character, then the backup is not restored on any Communication Manager. Ensure you have a valid hostname before creating a backup.