Import Devices

Although you can import the details of multiple devices at the same time, you can only import details of one kind of device during each import action. So, for example, you can import details of five ADCs from a single .csv file, but you cannot import details of 3 ADCs and 2 servers from a single file. You would need to import the ADC details first and then run a separate import for the server details.

In addition, when you click to import a specific device type, you must be on the corresponding Device tab in the Inventory. So, when importing ADC devices, you must click the Import button on the ADC tab; if you try importing ADC devices from the Server tab, an error message appears.

Note: The most efficient way to import device details is to download the sample import file that is available by clicking in the Command bar of the Import screen, modify the contents, save it, and then import it into the system. This reduces the chance that error messages appear during the import process.

To import devices using a .csv file, complete the following steps:

  1. Click and select Inventory > Device.
    The Device screen opens.
  2. At the top of the screen, click the tab that corresponds to the type of devices you want to import: ADC, server, DNS, firewall, WAF, switch, router, or proxy.
  3. Click in the Command bar.
  4. On the Import screen that appears, navigate to the location of the import file, then select it.
  5. Click Import to add the devices and their details to the AppViewX inventory.
    Note: AppViewX currently supports uploading up-to 60000 server details in a single upload file.