Rename Dispatchers

As a security measure, you can rename dispatchers if you do not want to reveal the host computer name, port number, servlet, or path of the dispatcher.

For more information, see Securing Dispatchers

Typically, server administrators can view and change the name of dispatchers.

We recommend that when renaming a dispatcher, you do not use any information that reveals the host computer name or port, or other system or path information. However, it is important to remember where the dispatcher is installed, for monitoring purposes.

Tip: If you rename a dispatcher and need to access the host, port, and path information, you can use the Software Development Kit methods to find this information in the dispatcherPath property of the Dispatcher Object.

Procedure

  1. Start IBM® Cognos® Connection.
  2. In the upper-right corner, click Launch, IBM Cognos Administration.
  3. On the Status tab, click System.
  4. In the upper-left corner of the Scorecard pane, click the arrow to view the Change view menu. Click All dispatchers.
  5. Click the arrow next to the dispatcher to view the Actions menu, and then click Set properties.
  6. In the Name box, type the new name for the dispatcher.

    Use a meaningful name to help you distinguish dispatchers. Do not reveal system information in the name.

  7. If you want, add a screen tip and description information.
  8. Click OK.
Parent topic: Dispatchers and Services