Software Secure Firewall Threat Defense
Platform Secure Firewall Threat Defense Virtual
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Network Discovery Host Identity Sources Identifying Host Operating Systems

Last updated: Jul 29, 2025

Identifying Host Operating Systems

If the system does not correctly identify a host’s operating system (for example, it shows in the Host Profile as Unknown or is incorrectly identified), try the strategies below.

Procedure

Try one of the following strategies:

  • Check the Network Discovery Identity Conflict Settings.

  • Create a custom fingerprint for the host.

  • Run an Nmap scan against the host.

  • Import data into the network map, using the host input feature.

  • Manually enter operating system information.