Updating DNAME Records using the API requires specific syntax depending on whether you are using REST or SOAP. Use this table to find the syntax for your command.

See RFC 2672 for more information about the DNAME Record.

REST Syntax

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/REST/DNAMERecord/ PUT — Update the DNAME Record on the zone/node indicated.

HTTP Action — PUT

URI — https://api.dynect.net/REST/DNAMERecord/<zone>/<fqdn>/<record_id>/

Arguments:

  • hash rdataRequired. RData defining the record to add.
    • string dnameRequired. Target hostname.
  • string ttl — TTL for the record in seconds. Set to “0” to use zone default
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SOAP Syntax

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UpdateDNAMERecord — Update the DNAME Record on the zone/node indicated.
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