Installing the Network Automation NT-4000
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Infoblox Installation Guide
b.
Connect from the LAN1 Ethernet connector on the appliance front panel to an available Ethernet
connection on the network that Network Automation will be analyzing.
c.
Optionally, connect from the LAN2 Ethernet connector on the appliance front panel to an available
Ethernet connection on the network that Network Automation will be analyzing.
Note:
The Network Automation NT-4000 appliance supports 10/100/1000Mbps network connections.
2.
After connecting the network cables, plug the appliance into an AC power source.
3.
Verify that the green Link LED on the RJ45 port is lit, indicating a good connection to your network. If possible,
verify that the link indicator is lit on the network hub or switch port to which the appliance is connected.
4.
Figure 7
illustrates a typical single-port connection.
Figure 7
Cabling a Single Network Automation NT-4000 Appliance to a Network
Note:
By default, the Infoblox appliance automatically negotiates the optimal connection speed and transmission
type (full or half duplex) on the physical links between its LAN1, LAN2 and MGMT ports and the Ethernet ports on
neighboring devices.
5.
Use the Infoblox GUI to access the Infoblox appliance from a management system. Through the Infoblox GUI,
you can set up and administer the appliance. For management system requirements and access instructions,
see
Initial Network Automation Appliance Configuration
on page 16.
When cabling a single Infoblox appliance to the network, connect an Ethernet cable
from the MGMT port on the appliance to a switch or router.
Management
Console
Switch/Router
Network Automation
Appliance
