# Change ID

Source: https://help.malighting.com/network/en/help/key_change_id.html
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The ID is used for better identification in the network.

You can change the ID of the MA Network Switch.

The allowed characters are 1...999.

**Requirement:** [Connection to the web interface](/network/key_access_web_interface/).

1. Click **Tools / Edit General Settings**.
2. Enter the new ID, e.g. 2.
3. Click **Apply settings and stay where you are** or **Apply settings and leave edit**.

The MA Network Switch has a new ID. The new ID is saved in the startup configuration.