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title: "Adding a New Device Manually"
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updated: 2026-08-10T20:22:58Z
published: 2026-08-10T20:22:58Z
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# Adding a New Device Manually

This lets you add a new device one-at-a-time. Select **Applications** > **BackOffice Management** > **Device Management** > **Devices** > **New Device** to display the Add Device dialog.

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**Notes**:

- Access to this dialog requires having the **Devices** > **New** permission enabled in your permission profile.
- Also, the fields available are dependent upon which field-related permissions are enabled in your permission profile.
- You can also add a new device via the Device Search Results context menu.

#### Field Descriptions

| Field | Description |
| --- | --- |
| Technology | CDMA/TDMA Dual Mode (CDMA - SIM) GSM Reserved |
| DEC ESN / MEID | This value can uniquely identify a record in the device table. This value will be: DEC ESN DEC MEID IMEI |
| HEX ESN / MEID | This value can uniquely identify a record in the device table. This value will be: HEX ESN HEX MEID IMEI |
| MSL | MSL value |
| OneTimeSL | OTKSL value |
| Device Status | Active, Inactive, or Stolen |
| Handset | The SKU from the Product Catalog. |
| Software Version | Software version of the handset |
| Hardware Version | Hardware version of the handset |
| Source Code | Coupon, Inbound, Online, Outbound, or Other |
| PIN | Personal Identification Number |
| SID | System Identification Number as received from Syniverse. This field is limited to 5 characters. |
| Blackberry Registration ID | ID has received from manufacturer. Required for adding a Blackberry device. |
| Reference Number | May be used as needed for special applications. |
| SIM Card Number | ID specific to a SIM card as provided by the SIM card dealer. |
| EID | For use with eSIMs, the EID (Embedded Identity Document) is a unique identifier built into the device. |