ApplianSys DNSBOX
ApplianSys DNSBOX is a self-hosted appliance range for managing DNS, DHCP, and IP address management together.
What ApplianSys DNSBOX is
ApplianSys DNSBOX is a self-hosted appliance range for managing DNS, DHCP, and IP address management together. Its DNSBOX 400 master appliance combines those functions and can manage an unlimited number of remote DNS and DHCP servers. Teams can use a browser-based interface and documented APIs to connect DDI services with network and business systems. IPAM tools include subnet and address reports, network scanning, CSV import and export, and a command line interface. DNS features include DNSSEC zone signing, DNS Views, IPv4 and IPv6 records, templates, and validation. DNSBOX can integrate with existing DNS and DHCP servers, including Microsoft infrastructure. Resilience options include redundant master appliances, clustered DNS slaves, load-balanced resolver clusters, and DHCP failover. Security measures include a hardened Linux-based system, configurable firewall, read-only compressed file system, authentication options, logging, and alerts. Standard annual support includes office-hours technical help, upgrades, a hardware warranty, and deployment reviews. Pricing depends on model and configuration and is available on request.
Good
- Combines DNS, DHCP, and IPAM management
- Supports IPv4 and IPv6 records
- Offers DHCP failover and clustered DNS options
- Integrates with Microsoft DNS and DHCP
Watch out
- Pricing is available only on request
- Self-hosted appliance deployment is required
Who it suits
DNSBOX is aimed at service providers, enterprises, educational institutions, government organisations, and SMEs managing network address services. It is suited to teams seeking a self-hosted DDI appliance.
Verdict
DNSBOX brings core DDI administration and resilience options into an appliance-based system. Prospective buyers need to contact ApplianSys for configuration and pricing details.
Plans and prices
From ApplianSys DNSBOX's own pricing page, checked 7 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| DNSBOX appliance range | Priced on request | Model and configuration depend on requirements; contact ApplianSys for pricing |
The facts
Each one read from ApplianSys DNSBOX's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Access and audit
- The system supports RADIUS or LDAP authentication, a secure web interface, system logging, and SNMP, email, or SMS alerts.checked 7 Oct 2026
- API
- DNSBOX provides a documented API for integrating DDI with network services, management systems, customer portals and CRM systems.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Availability
- DNSBOX supports redundant master appliances, clustered DNS slaves, and DHCP failover configurations.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Central management
- The DNSBOX 400 master appliance manages integrated IPAM, DNS, and DHCP and can control an unlimited number of remote DNS and DHCP servers.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Compatibility
- DNSBOX can integrate with existing DNS and DHCP servers, and its appliances can be re-purposed by changing services and hardware options.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Customers
- ApplianSys says DNSBOX is used by global enterprises, governments and public sector organizations, service providers, and SMEs.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Deployment
- The product combines DDI management software with the security and reliability of an appliance format.checked 7 Oct 2026
- DNS features
- DNS management includes DNSSEC zone signing, DNS Views, IPv4 and IPv6 records, templates, validation, and support for unlimited remote secondary DNS and DHCP servers.checked 7 Oct 2026
- DNSSEC
- The maker says DNSBOX automates DNSSEC key management and rollover, zone signing and secure key storage.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- The DNSBOX 400 integrates closely with DNSBOX 200 and supports any RFC-compliant DNS server; it also offers agentless integration with Microsoft DNS and DHCP.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Intended users
- The maker says customers include service providers, enterprises, educational institutions and government organisations.checked 7 Oct 2026
- IPAM and APIs
- IPAM features include subnet and address reporting, network scanning, CSV import and export, a command line interface, and XML-RPC and SOAP APIs.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Microsoft integration
- DNSBOX can add IPAM to existing Microsoft DNS and DHCP infrastructure and can configure and manage Microsoft DHCP servers.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Pricing
- The maker describes DNSBOX as an appliance range and directs prospective customers to discuss requirements or place an order; the pages reviewed do not state a price.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Product
- DNSBOX is a range of appliances for managing DNS, DHCP and IP address management (DDI).checked 7 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- The appliances are designed to simplify DDI administration, improve control of IP address usage, and support secure and available network services.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Resilience
- The maker lists DHCP failover, including Active-Active and Active-Passive topologies, and high-availability load-balanced resolver clusters.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Security
- DNSBOX uses a hardened Linux-based operating system, a configurable on-box firewall and a read-only compressed file system.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Support
- The standard annual support package includes phone or email technical support during office hours, software upgrades, a hardware warranty and annual deployment reviews.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Support options
- Custom support options include 24/7 cover, four-hour swap-out, training, consultancy and installation services.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Web interface
- DNSBOX can be managed from a computer with a web browser through its web GUI.checked 7 Oct 2026
The company
- Company
- ApplianSys describes itself as a UK-based server appliance specialist with customers in 155 countries and a worldwide channel partner network.checked 7 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2000checked 28 Sep 2026
- Headquarters
- Coventry, United Kingdomchecked 28 Sep 2026
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