Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

DHCP
 Every device that connects to a network needs a
unique IP address. Network administrators assign
static IP addresses to routers, servers, printers, and
other network devices whose locations (physical
and logical) are not likely to change. These are
usually devices that provide services to users and
devices on the network; therefore, the addresses
assigned to them should remain constant
Introducing a Dynamic Host Configuration
Protocol (DHCP) server to the local network
simplifies IP address assignment to both desktop
and mobile devices. Using a centralized DHCP
server enables organizations to administer all
dynamic IP address assignments from a single
server. This practice makes IP address
management more effective and ensures
consistency across the organization, including
branch offices.
Address Request Process
Address Renewal Process
 DHCP Configurations & Options

1. Define a Pool Name

2. Exclude addresses if you have to
3. Configure the network
4. Give it a domain name(optional)
5. Give it a DNS Server (optional)
6. If you have voice devices, redirect clients
to TFTP server for config. files.
Router>en
Router#conf t
Router(config)# ip dhcp pool <Name>
Router(config)# ip dhcp excluded-address <xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx yyy.yyy.yyy.yyy
Router(config)#ip dhcp excluded-address 192.168.1.1 192.168.1.10
Router(dhcp-config)#network 192.168.1.0 255.255.255.0
Router(dhcp-config)#default-router 192.168.1.1
Router(dhcp-config)#dns-server 192.168.1.2