- In the CVS Roots dialog box, click the Edit by Field button next to the CVS Root text box. The Configure CVS Root Field by Field dialog box opens.
- Choose the connection method and specify the user name, port, host, and repository. See the Configure CVS Root Field by Field dialog box reference for details.
- Click OK. The dialog box closes and you return to the CVS Roots dialog box. The CVS Root text box displays the specified parameters assembled in a valid string.

