How can I change the device name? (adb devices)

Question

I'd like to change the device ID string which can be seen when I type 'adb devices' at command prompt. If I type 'adb devices' at command prompot then I can see below msg,

D:\>adb devices List of devices attached 5A3C000600000001        device 

Is there anyone who knows how the device ID(5A3C000600000001) string generated? And how can I change the device ID string?

Answer 1

If you have root access, you can enter this to a terminal emulator:

> su (to gain superuser access) > getprop net.hostname (this should display the current network name) > setprop net.hostname <newhostname> 

Disconnect then reconnect from the network to refresh.

I was on a Samsung Galaxy Note on ICS. Worked like a charm...

Answer 2

In android go to Settings > Applications > Development and tap on Device Hostname. You can then change the name and it should show up when attached to adb.

Another solution can be found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1462320. You will need to get root access and install a terminal client and do some low level hacking to get it fixed.

Another option is to use the Hosts app mentioned in http://www.thriveforums.org/forum/toshiba-thrive-networking/3157-how-do-i-change-device-name.html, though I haven't been able to find the app he is referring to.

Best option I think is just install Cyanogenmod on your devices. It's the most stable custom android rom and has lots of helpful other features that aren't in stock android.