Importing DNS Configuration Information

You can use the Novell DNS/DHCP Management Console to import existing DNS configuration information. The DNS information should be in DNS BIND Master file format.

To import existing DNS configuration information using the Management Console, complete the following steps:

1. Launch the DNS/DHCP Management Console by double-clicking the icon.

2. Click the DNS Service tab.

3. Click Import DNS Database.

   The Import-File Input window is displayed, requesting the location of the DNS BIND Master file.

4. Enter the drive and path to the DNS database file, or click the browse button to navigate your way to the file.

   After you select the file to import, the path to that file is displayed in the DNS File window.

5. Click Next.

   The Import DNS - Zone List window is displayed, listing each zone found in the configuration file.

6. Select the Zone Context and click Next.

7. The Import window is displayed, indicating the zone context and the zones to import. (The subnet address and name are displayed in the list.)

8. Click Import.

9. The Server Input window is displayed, prompting you to select a default NetWare Core Protocol^® (NCP^TM) server to manage the newly-imported zone.

10. Use the browse button to select the target server, then click OK.