# Deactivate a device

> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.oriondata.io/llms.txt)

Record a device deactivation, save its status and date, and notify the EWS team.

Deactivating a device updates its status and records the deactivation date, ensuring your device list accurately reflects which units are no longer in active use.

## Steps to deactivate a device

1. Select the menu icon (three horizontal lines) in the top left-hand corner of the screen.

2. Select **Devices** from the menu. The **Devices** page will open.

3. Locate the device you wish to deactivate, then select the arrow icon on the far right of that device row to open the device.

   ![Devices list filtered by search, with the arrow button in the Actions column circled](https://docs.oriondata.io/images/portal/getting-started/deactivating-a-device/devices-list-filtered-by-search-button-actions-column.png)

4. Within the device, you will be in the configuration window by default. In the **Device Name** field, append **(Deactivated)** to the existing device name.

5. In the same section, locate the **Device Status** field and update it to **Deactivated**.

6. Scroll down to the **Important Dates** section and enter the relevant date in the **Date Deactivated** field.

   ![Important Dates section with the Date Deactivated field highlighted](https://docs.oriondata.io/images/portal/getting-started/deactivating-a-device/important-dates-section-date-deactivated-field.png)

7. Select **Update Device** in the bottom right-hand corner. A green confirmation message reading “Device Updated Successfully” will appear once the change has been saved.

> **Important: Notify the EWS team:**
>
> You MUST contact the EWS team after completing every device deactivation. Do not consider the deactivation process complete until the EWS team has been notified.

## Summary

Deactivating a device in Orion Data involves updating the device name, setting the **Device Status** to **Deactivated**, and recording the **Date Deactivated** in the **Important Dates** section. Once saved, the EWS team must be notified of the change. This process ensures your device records remain accurate and up to date.

## Next Steps

- Notify the EWS team that the device has been deactivated
- Review your **Devices** list to confirm the device status is displaying correctly
- If the device is being replaced, refer to the article on adding a new device in Orion Data

## Related articles

- Setting up a new device in Orion Data
- Editing device configuration in Orion Data
- Understanding device status in Orion Data