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Self-Hosting Netbox: Network Infrastructure Documentation

NetBox documents your network infrastructure. IP addresses, racks, devices, circuits — the source of truth for your network.

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What Is NetBox?


NetBox is the leading network documentation and IPAM (IP Address Management) tool. It's the source of truth for your network infrastructure.


Features


  • IP address management (IPAM)
  • VLAN management
  • Device and rack documentation
  • Cable management
  • Circuit tracking
  • Power tracking
  • Contact management
  • Custom fields
  • REST API
  • GraphQL API
  • Webhooks
  • Plugins

    • Use Cases


  • Document IP address allocations
  • Track physical device inventory
  • Visualize rack layouts
  • Manage VLANs and prefixes
  • Document cable connections
  • Track ISP circuits

    • Deployment


    Deploy on TinyPod. Resources: 2 CPU, 1 GB RAM.


    NetBox is essential for anyone managing network infrastructure beyond a home router.