Related Manuals for N-Tron 714FX6 Series
Summarization of Contents
Overview of DHCP
Roles of DHCP Server and Relay Agent
Details the functions of a DHCP Server and a Relay Agent.
DHCP Allocation Methods
Describes Dynamic Range, Static Range, and Single IP allocation methods.
Configuring DHCP Server and Relay Agent
Profiles and Mappings for IP Assignment
Explains how N-Tron uses Profiles and Mappings for IP address assignment.
Profile Setup Lease Time and Saving Settings
Defines IP lease duration and how DHCP settings are saved.
DHCP Configuration Examples List
Lists various examples for DHCP setup, including Dynamic, Static, and Client configurations.
N-Tron DHCP Setup Process Flow
Enabling DHCP Server and Setting Profiles
Steps to enable the DHCP Server and define network profiles.
Setting Up IP Maps and DHCP Client
Process for creating IP maps and configuring the switch as a DHCP client.
Relay Agent Setup Flow
Steps for configuring the switch as a DHCP Relay Agent.
Connecting to the N-Tron DHCP Server
DHCP Menu Navigation Overview
Overview of the main DHCP configuration menus.
Administration Menu for Client Configuration
How to configure the switch as a DHCP client via the Administration menu.
Enabling the DHCP Server
DHCP Server Enablement Procedure
Procedure to enable the DHCP Server on the N-Tron switch.
DHCP Server Setup Interface
Interface for enabling server, setting broadcast, and server ID.
Setting up the DHCP Server Profiles
Creating DHCP Server Profiles
Steps to define network profiles, address pools, and lease times.
Network Profile Name and Address Pool
Defining profile name, start, and end IP addresses.
Setting up the DHCP Server Mappings
DHCP Mapping Types Explained
Introduction to Dynamic Range, Static Range, and Single IP mapping types.
DHCP Mapping View
How to view the configured IP address mappings.
Setting up a Dynamic Range
Dynamic IP Address Allocation
IP address allocation is dynamic, based on the first free IP in the defined range.
Dynamic Range Topology and Example
Diagram illustrating dynamic range setup and a connection example.
Configuring Dynamic IP Range
Steps to set up dynamic IP address ranges with Low and High IP values.
Dynamic Range Mapping and Client Status
Viewing Dynamic Range Mappings
How to view the created mapping for the dynamic range.
Connecting and Powering Dynamic Clients
Connecting clients and checking their DHCP status after IP assignment.
Setting up a Static Range
Static IP Assignment with Option 82 Relay Agent
Process for assigning static IPs using Option 82 Relay Agent.
Option 82 Relay Agent Topology and Example
Diagram illustrating the network setup and a connection scenario for Option 82.
Circuit ID Formats for Option 82 Static Range
Circuit ID Data Formats and Usage
Details the formats for Circuit ID (Hex, MAC, IP, String) and their usage.
N-Tron Relay Agent Setup Process
Relay Agent Status and Port Configuration
Steps to enable relay status and select ports for the agent.
Circuit and Remote ID Creation Process
Process for creating Circuit and Remote IDs for the relay agent.
Relay Agent Input ID Formats
Available input formats for Circuit and Remote IDs.
Configuring the Relay Agent Switch with Option 82
DHCP Relay Agent & Local IP Setup Interface
The user interface for configuring the relay agent and local IP settings.
Port-Specific Relay Configuration Details
Setting relay status, circuit ID, and other data for individual ports.
DHCP Server Static Range Setup Process
Network Profile and Relay Agent Type Selection
Choosing network profiles and relay agent types for static mapping.
Mapping Ports, VLANs, and IP Addresses
Steps to map ports, VLANs, and assign IP addresses for static clients.
Option 82 DHCP Server Switch Configuration
Static IP Mapping for Option 82 Clients
Setting up static IP assignments using Option 82 on the DHCP server.
Viewing Option 82 Static Mappings
How to check the configured Option 82 static IP mappings.
Option 82 Static Mapping Client Status
Connecting Clients for Option 82 Assignments
Connecting devices to the configured ports for Option 82 assignments.
Checking Option 82 Binding Status
Verifying that clients have received correct IP addresses via Option 82.
Setting Up Single IP Assignments (Option 61/MAC)
Static IP Assignment by MAC or Option 61
Method for static IP assignment based on MAC address or Option 61.
Single IP Assignment Topology and Example
Diagram and illustration of mapping a specific IP to a client's MAC address.
Configuring Single IP Mapping
Steps to enter IP and MAC address for static assignment.
Verifying Single IP Mappings and Client Status
Single IP Mapping Display View
How to view the created Single IP mappings.
Client Status for Single IP Assignment
Checking client status after receiving an IP via Single IP assignment.
Configuring N-Tron Switch as DHCP Client
Default Switch Configuration Settings
Default static IP configuration for N-Tron switches.
DHCP Client Mode Configuration Steps
Steps to change the switch's IP configuration to DHCP.
Fallback IP Settings for DHCP Client
Configuring fallback IP addresses if DHCP fails.
System Configuration for DHCP Client Mode
IP Configuration Options (DHCP/Static)
Interface for setting IP configuration to DHCP or Static.
Client ID and Fallback Parameter Settings
Setting Client ID, Fallback IP, Subnet Mask, and Gateway.
Standalone Relay Agent IP Assignment
Assigning Local IP via Standalone Relay Agent
Procedure for a standalone relay agent to assign local IP addresses.
Relay Agent Setup for Local IP Address
Steps to configure a port to assign a specific local IP.
Local IP Assignment Example
Illustrates a client receiving an IP from the relay agent.
Advanced DHCP Server Redundancy Topologies
Redundant DHCP Server Topology 1 Diagram
Network diagram for a redundant setup using two N-Rings.
Redundant DHCP Server Topology 2 Diagram
Network diagram showing redundancy with attached clients.
Configuring N-Link for Network Redundancy
Steps to couple two N-Ring networks for redundancy.
Configuring Redundant DHCP Servers Identically
Steps to configure DHCP servers identically for redundancy.
Redundant DHCP Server Configuration Details
Setting Up Option61 Static Entries for Redundancy
Adding Option61 static entries for N-Link switches in a redundant setup.
Adding Option 82 Entries for Redundant Clients
Adding Option 82 entries for clients in a redundant configuration.
Configuring Second DHCP Server via TFTP
TFTP for DHCP Server Configuration Backup
Downloading DHCP configuration from Server 1 using TFTP.
Uploading Configuration to Second DHCP Server
Uploading the saved configuration to the second DHCP server.
Verifying Redundant Server Profile and Mapping Consistency
Ensuring profiles and mappings are identical on both servers.
Configuring DHCP Relay Agent for Redundancy
Enabling the relay agent and defining Option 82 data for clients.
Firmware and Configuration Management using TFTP
TFTP for Uploading and Downloading Configurations
Using TFTP to upload or download switch configuration files.
TFTP Server Installation and Firewall Setup
Installing and configuring a TFTP server application, including firewall settings.
System Notes and Support Information
Enabling Ping in Windows Firewall
Steps to allow incoming echo requests through the Windows Firewall.
N-Tron Technical Support Contact Details
Contact information for N-Tron technical support.
N-TRON Limited Warranty Terms
Warranty Coverage and Remedies
Details of the product warranty, including repair, replacement, or refund.
Procedure for Obtaining Warranty Service
Procedure for requesting warranty service and required documentation.
Limitation of Liability and Disclaimers
Exclusions and limitations on N-Tron's liability for damages.
Governing Law for Limited Warranty
Warranty Legal Jurisdiction Specification
Specifies that the limited warranty is governed by the laws of Delaware, USA.
Need help?
Do you have a question about the 714FX6 Series and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers