Import Domain Name System files

Domain Name System （DNS） can import existing zone data files. Follow these time-saving procedures for creating a new zone from an existing configuration file.

You can create a primary zone by importing a zone data file, or by converting existing host tables. Refer to Converting host tables to create zone data from a host table.

You can import any file that is a valid zone configuration file based on BIND syntax. The file should be located in an IFS directory. When imported, DNS verifies that it is a valid zone data file and adds it to the NAMED.CONF file for this server instance.

To import a zone file, follow these steps:

In iSeries™ Navigator, expand your iSeries server > Network > Servers > DNS.
In the right pane, double-click the DNS server instance into which you want to import the zone.
In the left pane, right-click DNS server and select Import Zone.
Follow the wizard's instructions to import the primary zone.