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Platform compatibility

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How to set it up

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Write a naming prompt

Write a prompt that defines the automated naming structure for your devices. Be specific for optimal results — for example, describe the format using device type, serial number, or employee name.Include instructions for edge cases such as devices without a serial number or unassigned devices. Allowed characters: letters, numbers, and hyphens.
Keep names under 15 characters if you need compatibility with older network systems that enforce NetBIOS name length limits — this is especially relevant for Windows devices.
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Preview the generated names

Use the preview to verify the output before deploying.
3

Select targeting

Choose which devices to apply the control to: all devices, specific device groups, or a custom target.

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Modify or remove the control

Disable the control from the profile settings. Disabling stops enforcement but does not remove existing configurations from devices.

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How it works

When a device is enrolled or its assigned employee changes, Primo evaluates the naming prompt and pushes the generated hostname to the device via MDM. The update happens silently in the background — no user interaction or restart is required. Names are re-evaluated automatically whenever the underlying attributes change, keeping your inventory current.