How to add a hosts file entry

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 CAUTION: This solution requires advanced knowledge of Windows security and network settings. Sage isn't responsible for any issues that arise from changes to these settings. Ensure you back up all system and application databases necessary for a complete restoration. It's advisable to contact a certified consultant or your system administrator for assistance.
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Note: This is not a permanent or proper way to fix DNS settings on your network. Please contact a Network Administrator to correct the LAN DNS settings.

  1. Select Start, and type Notepad.
  2. Right-click Notepad, and then select Run as administrator.
  3. Browse to the Windows hosts file.
  4. Create a new line on the first available blank line and enter the server's IP address. Refer to How can I find the Internet Protocol (IP) address of my computer?. Then enter the server name. Refer to How can I find the name of my computer? to determine the server name.
    Example: 192.168.1.1 Server
  5. Select File, and then click Save.

Note: Steps may need to be repeated on any additional computers and may need to be added to the server if you cannot get a connection to the workstations.


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225924150079571
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Mon Nov 21 17:55:39 UTC 2022
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