AX DHCP | IP Address Management (IPAM)

A Clusterable, Carrier-Grade DHCP/IPAM Solution for Comprehensive Service Provider Needs

Revolutionize Your Network with Advanced IP Address Management Solutions

IP Address Management And Provisioning

The AX DHCP server is a scalable, carrier-grade DHCP/IPAM (IP Address Management) solution designed for seamless integration with provisioning platforms. AX DHCP supports FTTH, ONT provisioning, VOIP, and IPTV services, providing telecommunications carriers and internet service providers (ISPs) with robust infrastructure to handle future workloads. As a critical networking technology, DDI (DNS-DHCP-IPAM) ensures customer service availability, security, and performance for all service providers.

Key Features

  • Seamless integration with provisioning platforms

  • Fast and reliable IPv4 and IPv6 Address Management

  • Supports DOCSIS, FTTX, VoIP, and IPTV services

  • Zero-touch network element configuration

  • Comprehensive DNS and IPAM capabilities

What is IP Address Management?

IP Address Management, or IPAM, is the administration of the assignment and tracking of IP addresses within a network. IPAM is a core function within any network infrastructure and its proper implementation is critical to the operation of the network.

Our IPAM solutions provide a centralized view of all IP address activity on the network as well as automated tools for managing IP addresses. This allows network administrators to quickly identify and resolve potential problems with duplicate or conflicting IP addresses, incorrect subnet masks, and other networking issues that can cause problems with connectivity or lead to security vulnerabilities.


What are the Benefits of IP Address Management?

Implementing an IPAM solution offers many benefits. It improves network visibility by providing a centralized view of all IP address activity, making it easier to identify and resolve potential problems. It reduces downtime by using automated tools to quickly resolve conflicts and other networking issues. IPAM also enhances security by preventing duplicate or conflicting IP addresses, which helps prevent unauthorized access to network devices. Additionally, it improves efficiency in network administration by automating tasks such as address assignment and tracking.


Why is IP Address Management Important?

In today's world, almost all devices are connected to the internet in some way. This has led to a significant increase in the number of devices requiring an IP address. Since IP addresses are a finite resource, improper management can cause connectivity and security issues.

IP address management is crucial because it ensures all devices on a network can communicate effectively, avoiding duplicate or conflicting IP addresses. Proper IPAM enhances network efficiency, security, and overall performance.

Flexibility and Integration for Advanced DHCP Management

Advanced Features

  • Customizable DHCP request handling for static and dynamic information

  • Exchange of arbitrary and vendor-specific options via DHCP

  • Complete parsing of DHCP information streams

  • Scalability supporting millions of subscribers

  • Freely programmable IP provisioning logic

  • Application containerization support

  • User-friendly web browser interface

End-to-End Provisioning (E2E)

  • Configurable caching of responses

  • IP calculation from Option 82 information

  • Subscriber device management in DOCSIS networks

  • TR-069 informed generation from DHCP process

  • Dynamic TFTP or HTTP server forwarding to CPE

General Benefits

  • Unique Security: Carrier-grade performance and security

  • Process Automation: IPAM provisioning process modeling

  • Complete IP life-cycle management

  • OSS Integration: Seamless operations support system integration

  • Advanced IP Address Planning: Modeling complex IP address plans

Seamless Integration

  • Business logic transcendence between OSS/BSS, databases, and devices

  • Adaptable external interfaces

  • Information PUSH/PULL via OpenAPI

  • Support for MySQL and PostgreSQL databases

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