Add devices manually

Add devices manually

Add an instance of a device/instrument to your team's SmartScope database manually

Adding devices manually can be done by selecting the blue “Add a device” button in the Devices tab.



Fill in the data fields. Any field marked with an asterisk (*) is required.



  1. Vendor
    The device's vendor

  2. SKU
    The device's SKU, as determined by the vendor

  3. Category
    The category this device should be placed in, such as retractor, osteotome, etc.

  4. Processing Location
    Where this device should be processed before use, as determined by your organization

  5. Status
    Whether the device needs service or is awaiting inspection

  6. Serial number
    The device's unique identifier, as determined by your organization

  7. Name
    A description of the device

  8. Department
    Which department the device belongs to, as determined by your organization

  9. Tray
    Which tray the device belongs to, as determined by your organization

  10. Last inspection date
    The date on which the device was most recently inspected
Some fields contain dropdowns. In these fields, begin typing the correct value and select it from the list once it is found. If the correct value cannot be found, it can be added to a list by selecting the “Add item” option.



Once all details are in, finish up by selecting the "Add device" button.

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