7-mode/HA pair/V-Series : Configuration : Network : Network Files : Understanding network file configuration : Hard limits for the /etc/hosts file
Hard limits for the /etc/hosts file
You need to be aware of the hard limits on the line size and number of aliases when you edit the
/etc/hosts
file.
The hard limits are as follows:
•
Maximum line size is 1022 characters.
The line size limit includes the end of line character. You can enter up to 1021 characters per line.
•
Maximum number of aliases is 34.
Note:
There is no limit on file size.
Configuration > Network > Network Files
You can use the
Network Files
window
to manage network configuration files and add, edit, or remove local host information.
Tabs
Etc Hosts
You can use the
Etc Hosts tab
to manage network configuration files and add, edit, or remove local host information.
Others
You can use the
Others tab
to edit other configuration files.