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Adding DHCP Clients to a DHCP Server

A DHCP client is a network device using DHCP service to obtain network cofiguration parameters such as
an IP address from a DHCP server. When a DHCP client sends a broadcast message to locate a DHCP
server, the DHCP server provides configuration parameters (IP address, MAC address, domain name,
and a lease for the IP address) to the client.

The following table describes the two types of DHCP clients employed in Network & Virtual Switch.

DHCP Client

Description

Physical Adapter DHCP Client

Enabling a DHCP IPv4 address allows the device to automatically acquire an IPv4 address for a specific
physical adapter from a DHCP server. The physical adapter is assigned an IP address by the DHCP server
for a predefined lease time.

Note:

For details on obtaining a DHCP provided IP address, see Configuring IPv4 Settings.

Virtual Switch DHCP Client

Virtual switches allow virtual machines to obtain IP-related configurations automatically from an
external DHCP server. The virtual switch obtains the IP address from the DHCP server through the
connected physical adapter on the device.

Note:
A virtual switch configured with an automatic DHCP IP address cannot utilize the NAT and DHCP server
functions.

Virtual switches cannot automatically acquire the IP address of the physical adapter unless the virtual
switch has been configured to connect to a physical adapter in Network > Virtual Switch.

Go to Control Panel > Network & File Services > Network & Virtual Switch.

The Network & Virtual Switch window opens.

Go to Network > DHCP Server.

Identify a DHCP server.

Under Actions, click .

The DHCP Client Table window appears.

Click Add Reserved IP.

The Add Reserved IP window appears.

Configure the DHCP client information.

Setting

User Action

Device Name

Specify a device name for the DHCP client.


IP Address

Specify the IP address of the DHCP client.

MAC Address

Specify the MAC address of the DHCP client.

Click Apply.

Network & Virtual Switch adds the DHCP client.

To add another LAN computer to a DHCP server, follow these steps:

Step 1: Ensure the DHCP server is properly configured and running on your network.

Step 2: Connect the new LAN computer to the network using an Ethernet cable.

Step 3: Power on the new LAN computer and wait for it to boot up.

Step 4: On the new LAN computer, go to the network settings or network adapter settings.

Step 5: Set the network adapter to obtain an IP address automatically (DHCP).

Step 6: Save the settings and restart the LAN computer if necessary.

Step 7: The DHCP server will assign an IP address to the new LAN computer automatically.
Unfortunately, as an AI text-based model, I am unable to provide or display images. However, you can
refer to the documentation or user manual of your specific DHCP server software or network equipment
for detailed instructions with images.

Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation of how to add another LAN computer to a DHCP server:

1. Ensure DHCP Server Configuration: First, make sure that the DHCP server is properly configured and
running on your network. The DHCP server is responsible for assigning IP addresses to devices on the
network automatically.

2. Connect the New LAN Computer: Connect the new LAN computer to the network using an Ethernet
cable. Plug one end of the cable into the LAN computer's Ethernet port and the other end into an
available Ethernet port on your network switch or router.

3. Power On the New LAN Computer: Turn on the new LAN computer and wait for it to boot up. It will
start the operating system and initialize the network adapter.

4. Access Network Settings: On the new LAN computer, access the network settings. The process may
vary depending on the operating system you are using. Generally, you can find the network settings in
the Control Panel or System Preferences.

5. Configure Network Adapter: Locate the network adapter settings for the LAN computer. It may be
listed as Ethernet, LAN, or Network Adapter. Open the settings for the network adapter.

6. Set DHCP as IP Assignment Method: Within the network adapter settings, look for the option to set
the IP address assignment method. Choose the option to obtain an IP address automatically or via DHCP.
This setting allows the LAN computer to receive an IP address from the DHCP server.

7. Save Settings and Restart if Required: Save the network adapter settings and close the network
settings window. If prompted, restart the LAN computer to apply the changes.
8. DHCP Server Assigns IP Address: Once the LAN computer restarts or the network settings are saved, it
will send a DHCP request to the DHCP server. The DHCP server will receive the request and assign an IP
address to the LAN computer automatically.

By following these steps, the new LAN computer will be successfully added to the DHCP server, and it
will receive an IP address from the server, allowing it to communicate on the network.

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