IPAM (IP Address Management) in a Nutanix networking configuration provides the following key capabilities:

Automatic IP Address Assignment (DHCP)IPAM allows AHV (Acropolis Hypervisor) to automatically assign IP addresses to virtual machines (VMs) using DHCP. This is crucial for simplifying network management by dynamically allocating IP addresses from a defined pool to VMs as they are created or started. This capability ensures that IP management is centralizedand automated, reducing the need for manual IP address configuration and minimizing the risk of IP address conflicts.

VLAN and Subnet ConfigurationIPAM can configure a VLAN with an associated IP subnet and assign a group of IP addresses within that subnet. This feature allows administrators to define network segments with specific IP ranges, which is essential for organizing and managing network traffic efficiently within the data center. By associating IP addresses with VLANs and subnets, IPAM enhances network segmentation and security.

References:

Nutanix Community Edition Getting Started Guide

Nutanix Bible