Infoblox - FAQ

Infoblox Frequently Asked Questions.

1. Q. How do I add a host?

    A. Instructions for adding a host to the TAMU.EDU top-level domain, or requesting a new host to be used for future subdomains, can be found in InfoBlox - Requesting a Host or Subdomain. Adding a host to an existing subdomain can be done by creating a shared A record as seen at Infoblox - How to Add an A Record.

2. Q. How should group names be formatted/can I change group names?

    A. The $ipsg is required at the start of all group names. System Member codes will be included followed by division code and department code. Example: $ipsg-tamu-ci-cscn. If division or department codes are incorrect or need to be changed, contact the Infoblox team at infoblox@tamu.edu.

 

3. Q. How can members of an Infoblox group collaborate with each other?

    A. Each Infoblox group will have a distinct mailing list set up. The naming of the mailing list is much more flexible than the group name itself.

 

4. Q. Can I use 2-Factor authentication with Infoblox? 

    A. Yes. You can use Duo 2-Factor authentication via push, YubiKey, and Phone authentication.

 

5. Q. Where can I learn how to perform basic functions within Infoblox?

    A. Instructional videos are available for the following actions:

 

6. Q. What are common expectations for using Infoblox?

    A. Common behaviors and expectations can be seen on InfoBlox - Behavior and Expectations.

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