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title: Adding a Host to the Device Map In TechAlert
description: "**Locate the Device Map** From the left-hand menu, navigate to **Monitoring** Locate**Maps** and select the map you wish to edit. ![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture1.png) **Edit the Map** Select **Edit Map**at the top right of the page. ![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture2.png) **Add a New Element** At the…"
url: "https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/docs/adding-a-host-to-the-device-map/"
updated: "2024-09-20"
category: TechAlert
---

# Adding a Host to the Device Map In TechAlert

**Locate the Device Map**

From the left-hand menu, navigate to **Monitoring**

Locate**Maps** and select the map you wish to edit.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture1.png)

**Edit the Map**

Select **Edit Map**at the top right of the page.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture2.png)

**Add a New Element**

At the top left of the page, next to **Map Element**, select **Add**.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture3.png)

**Select the New Icon**

Click on the new element (icon) that appeared on the map.

**Change Element Type**

In the new window, change the **Type** to **Host**.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture4and5.png)

**Search for Host**

In the **Host** field, search for the host you want to add.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture6.png)

**Select an Icon**

In the I**con** field, choose the icon that best represents the system you're working on. Leave other fields labeled as **default**.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture7.png)

**Add a Label**

In the **Label** field, input the necessary code for each device in the system. Refer to your TechAlert Map Label Reference Guide for the appropriate lines to enter.

**Add URLs**

Add URLs at the bottom for each link you wish to display on the map. URLs typically provide access to the web interface of devices in the system. Ensure the port numbers match the port forwarding configurations on the router.

Examples:

**Name: Pepwave Modem / URL: [https://{HOST.IP}:8081](https://{HOST.IP}:8081)**

**Name: Tycon Power Management / URL: [https://{HOST.IP}:88](https://%7bHOST.IP%7d:88)**

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture1-1.png)

**Apply Changes**

Once finished, click **Apply** in the small window. Move the icon to the desired location on the map.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture10.png)

**Adjust Map Size (if needed)**

If there's not enough space on the page, select **Update** at the top of the page.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture11.png)

**Expand Map Dimensions**

Under Monitoring, click **Maps** and ensure all filters in the filter bar are clear.  Select the appropriate map for the customer site.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture12.png)

**Add Height to Map**

Find your map in the list, then select **Properties** on the right.

Add 200 pixels to the height value and select **Update** to create more room on the map.

![](https://vettedsecuritysolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/aPicture13.png)

If assistance is required for network or firewall setup, please contact the TechAlert support team.

[CONTACT SUPPORT](https://vettedsolution.atlassian.net/servicedesk/customer/portal/1/group/-1)