Micetro by Men & Mice
Sustainable Networking. Simplified, for a complex world.
Overview
Micetro by Men & Mice is a software-based DDI orchestration solution that provides a management overlay for existing DNS and DHCP servers, such as BIND, Microsoft DNS, and Kea. It allows organizations to manage their entire DDI environment, both on-premises and in the cloud, from a single pane of glass without needing to replace their current infrastructure.
✨ Key Features
- DDI overlay solution (non-disruptive)
- Manages multi-vendor environments (Microsoft, BIND, Cisco, Kea)
- Single pane of glass for on-prem and cloud DDI
- Robust REST API for automation
- IP Address Management (IPAM)
- Workflow and approval management
- Cloud integration (Azure DNS, Amazon Route 53)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Non-disruptive overlay architecture
- Vendor-agnostic, supports existing infrastructure
- Strong focus on API-driven automation
- Avoids appliance-based vendor lock-in
Unique Value: Provides a unified management and automation layer for your existing multi-vendor DDI infrastructure, eliminating the need for a costly and disruptive rip-and-replace.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Managing on-premises Microsoft DNS servers and cloud-based Azure DNS zones from one interface
- Using the API to integrate DDI tasks into a ServiceNow automation portal
- Tracking IP address utilization across a complex, multi-site network
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations looking for an all-in-one hardware appliance that includes DNS/DHCP services.
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike appliance-based solutions, Micetro is a software overlay that works with your current servers, offering greater flexibility and preventing vendor lock-in.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 30-day free trial
Free tier: Free for up to 25 DNS zones or 1000 IP addresses.
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