IPAM data models
The next major area of the network data model is for tracking IP Address Management (IPAM) data. This includes IP addresses and subnets (called prefixes in Nautobot), but also other related models such as VRFs, route targets, and VLANs.
Figure 2.21 – Various aspects of the Nautobot IPAM data model
The preceding diagram describes the various aspects of the Nautobot IPAM data model. Take note of the manner in which namespaces, devices, prefixes, and VRFs all play a part. In particular, this diagram shows the uses of overlapping address space and duplicate network deployment scenarios.
Namespaces
In the IPAM domain in Nautobot, namespaces are integral for grouping and managing VRFs, prefixes, and IP addresses. They act as boundaries or constraints for ensuring uniqueness and avoiding duplication within IPAM data, where use of overlapping address space occurs. The single, default namespace might suffice for simpler networks without...
