Introduction
This guide provides an overview of the Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 and Infoblox-4010 Rev-2 network service appliances and explains how to install and
configure them. For information about which NIOS versions the Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 and Rev-2 support, refer to the documentsRead Me First
and release notes.
Product Overview
The Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 and Rev-2 are high performance network appliances that provide reliable, scalable, and secure core network services,
including DNS (Domain Name System), DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol), IPAM (IP Address Management), IF-MAP, and more. The
integrated Infoblox approach combines the simplicity of appliances with the power of advanced distributed database technology to control and
automate network services, while achieving availability, manageability, visibility, and control unmatched by conventional solutions based on
legacy technologies. You configure and manage Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 and Rev-2 through an easy-to-use Infoblox GUI that works seamlessly in
Windows, Linux, and Mac environments using standard web browsers.
Both Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 and Rev-2 appliances support the same NIOS features. They are different in physical appearances and CPU speeds.
You can identify the Infoblox-4010 version by looking at its physical appearance and the serial number in which Rev-1 starts with a 40 prefix and
Rev-2 with a 4835 prefix.
Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 and Rev-2 appliances comprise hot-swappable power supplies, fan modules, hard disk drives and network interfaces. They
are Class A and Class B (with limits) digital appliances per FCC regulations. The Infoblox-4010 Rev-2 appliance is NEBS Level 3 compliant. For
the appliance to be NEBS Level 3 compliant, ensure that you do not install the optional front cover that ships with the Rev-2 appliance. For
information about the front cover, see .Infoblox-4010 Rev-2
Note: Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 hardware and FRUs (field replaceable units), such as power supplies and fan units, are not compatible with
Infoblox-4010 Rev-2 hardware and FRUs, and vice versa. Ensure that you use the correct FRUs for your Infoblox-4010 version. For information
about FRUs, see .Field Replaceable Units
Infoblox-4010 Rev-1
The Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 is a 2-U platform that is installed in a seismic equipment rack using mounting rails and materials that ship with each
appliance. For information about rack mounting, see Installing the
. The front panel comes with a removable front cover.Infoblox-4010/Network Insight ND-4000
Infoblox-4010 Rev-1Figure 1 , Front View
Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 Front Panel
After you remove the front panel cover, front panel components include the hard disk drives and indicator lights. Front panel components are
illustrated in .Figure 2
Figure 2 Infoblox-4010 Rev-1 with Front Panel Cover Removed