Dhcp Server - TP-Link T2600G-28TS User Manual

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10.4 DHCP Server

DHCP module is used to configure the DHCP functions of the switch, including two submenus,
DHCP Server and DHCP Relay.
Overview
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DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a network configuration protocol for hosts on
TCP/IP networks, and it provides a framework for distributing configuration information to hosts.
DHCP is adding the capability of automatic allocation of reusable network addresses and
additional configuration options. DHCP captures the behavior of DHCP participants so the
administrator can manage the parameters of the host in the network.
As workstations and personal computers proliferate on the Internet, the administrative complexity
of maintaining a network is increased by an order of magnitude. The assignment of local network
resources to each client represents one such difficulty. In most environments, delegating such
responsibility to the user is not plausible and, indeed, the solution is to define the resources in
uniform terms, and to automate their assignment.
The DHCP dealt with the issue of assigning an internet address to a client, as well as some other
resources.
DHCP Elements
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DHCP is built on a client-server model, where designated DHCP server hosts allocate network
addresses and deliver configuration parameters to DHCP clients. Generally a DHCP server can
allocate configuration parameters to more than one client. Figure 10-11 DHCP model shows you
the model.
Displays the IPv6 address to which the packet should be sent
next.
Displays the distance metric of route. The smaller the distance,
the higher the priority.
Displays the metric of the route.
Displays the name of the VLAN interface.
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