|  | Renaming Computers

Apple Remote Desktop (ARD) can set the name that a client computer uses for file sharing. You can rename multiple computers with the same name followed by a number (such as Computer1, Computer2, and so on). This is especially useful for differentiating client computers after a clean system install.

Note: The Rename Computer feature does not change the Bonjour name or the DNS name of a client computer.

1. Select a computer list.
2. Select one or more computers in the Remote Desktop window.
3. Choose Manage > Rename Computer.
4. Enter the new computer name.
5. If desired, select Append a Unique Number For Each Computer.

   Selecting this option appends a unique number to the end of the filename. For example, if you rename three computers "Computer," the computers will be named "Computer1," "Computer2," and "Computer3."

6. Click Rename.