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title: "Install Sensor"
slug: "install-sensor-5"
updated: 2023-04-13T12:05:11Z
published: 2023-04-13T12:05:11Z
canonical: "docs.zpesystems.com/install-sensor-5"
---

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# Install Sensor

## Connect Sensor to Nodegrid Device

1. Connect sensor directly to a Nodegrid device’s USB slot or on a USB hub.
2. See the sensor’s Quick Install Guide for additional information.
3. The Nodegrid OS automatically uses a discover process to recognize the sensor.
4. After discovery, the sensor must be enabled to provide readings.

## Enable Sensor on Nodegrid Device

1. Log into the Nodegrid device.
2. Go to *Managed Devices :: Devices*.
3. In the *Name* column, locate and select **Gpio** checkbox. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/763c5fb1-b9af-4ccd-9ad6-cf28ae4cd5a3/Images/Documentation/image-1679663127075.png)
4. Click **Enable** button.

The sensor is now enabled on the Nodegrid device.

## Rename Sensor on Nodegrid Device

1. Log into the Nodegrid device.
2. Go to *Managed Devices :: Devices*.
3. In the *Name* column, locate and select **Gpio** checkbox. ![](https://cdn.document360.io/763c5fb1-b9af-4ccd-9ad6-cf28ae4cd5a3/Images/Documentation/image-1679663160205.png)
4. Click **Rename** button (displays dialog). ![](https://cdn.document360.io/763c5fb1-b9af-4ccd-9ad6-cf28ae4cd5a3/Images/Documentation/image-1679663169194.png)
5. Enter **New Name**.
6. Click **Save**.