Static DNS
Navigation: Network Settings
Manage custom hostname entries written to /etc/hosts.
Add / Edit forms
Click + Add New to open the creation dialog, or Edit on an existing row to modify a record.
List view
Add form
| Field | Required | Description | Example | Why this data is needed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Label | Yes | Unique name for this host entry. | backend_web |
Required — referenced by proxy rules and health checks. |
| IP Address | Yes | Resolved IP for the hostname. | 192.168.100.50 |
Required — the WAF uses this when the hostname is referenced in rules. |
| Hostname | Yes | FQDN this entry resolves to. | www.example.com |
Required — must match the Host header or SNI clients send. |
| Comment | No | Optional note for administrators. | Production web server |
Documentation only — helps teams understand the entry purpose. |
| Enabled | Yes | Whether this static entry is active. | Enabled |
Must be Enabled for the WAF to use this override. |
Empty form after clicking + Add New:
Same form filled with example data (do not save in production):
Page sections
- Static DNS Hosts
Available actions
- ▦ Overview
- ⚙ System Settings ›
- General
- Updates
- ◉ User Management
- ⌁ Network Settings ›
- Interfaces
- Static Routs
- Static DNS
- □ Aliases & Objects ›
- ◇ Rules & Policies ›
- ◆ Security Profiles ›
- ◆ Event & Monitor ›
- • Logs & Events ›
- Sign Out
- Refresh Data
- Hosts
- Add Record