Adding DNS Records
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A DNS zone is configured with a zone file for each domain containing resource records. There are several types of DNS records which you can adjust in HostPath.
A Record
The A record maps a hostname to an IPv4 address.
To create an A record:
- Go to the DNS tab.
- Select a zone.
- Click Records.
- Click A.
- Fill in the fields as follows:
Field |
Description |
---|---|
Hostname |
Enter the hostname of the device. |
IP-Address |
Enter the IPv4 address. |
TTL |
Adjust the TTL value of the zone in seconds. |
Active |
Select to activate the A record. |
- Click Save.
AAAA Record
The AAAA record maps a hostname to an IPv6 address.
To create an AAAA record:
- Go to the DNS tab.
- Select a zone.
- Click Records.
- Click AAAA.
- Fill in the fields as follows:
Field |
Description |
---|---|
Hostname |
Enter the hostname of the device. |
IPv6-Address |
Enter the IPv6 address. |
TTL |
Adjust the TTL value of the zone in seconds. |
Active |
Select to activate the A record. |
- Click Save.