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Synchronizing model elements the first time (Integration for IBM Rational DOORS)
1. From Modeler, open the model that owns the Package you want to synchronize.
2. In the Packages pane, select the Package you want to synchronize.
3. On the Tools menu, point to DOORS, and then click Synchronize.
4. Set the options on each page of Integration for IBM Rational DOORS as required.
If you require help for any of Integration for IBM Rational DOORS pages, click the Help button.
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If you want to synchronize Modeler item properties that are applied by a Stereotype, on the Types To Synchronize page, you must select the check box associated with that Stereotype.
On the Common Mapping Options page, ensure that the Surrogate Mapping option is selected.
On the Synchronize page, click the Save Mapping and Synchronize button so that you can repeat the synchronization using the same settings.
5. On the Synchronization Log page, review the log for any problems that occurred during the synchronization.