How to enable or enable DHCP for Ethernet or WiFi in Windows?
Currently, the process of IP address management runs automatically. DHCP does this work through a DHCP client and a DHCP server. The DHCP client sends a request and the DHCP server responds by sending the essential parameters of the different types of existing networks. These are saved and in this way the network is connected.
Next, we explain everything you need to know about this DHCP which is essential for avoid mistakes in the configuration of any network.
What is DHCP?
DHCP stands for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol and refers to the dynamic host configuration protocol used to assign an IP address to each host so that optimal communication can be established over a network.
In addition to the IP address, DHCP assigns some essential parameters such as the subnet mask, DNS address, address Gateway standard and proxy settings.
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How Does DHCP Work?
When IP addresses are assigned manuallyerrors may occur. This occurs because more than one host has the same IP address and this shouldn't happen in any way. For this reason, DHCP works by limiting the time a device keeps an individual IP address.
Additionally, DHCP reduces complexity of the administration area of network automating the process and correcting some technical errors when assigning IP addresses.
Importance of DHCP
DHCP is an efficient extension because it corrects for exhaustion of the IP address range by dynamic allocation. The configuration parameters provided by the DHCP are valid for a time defined by the administrator.
Likewise, the DHCP server allows the automatic assignment of fixed addresses and performs the function of simplifying the process of assigning IP addresses.
Another aspect that makes DHCP important is its quick and easy activation. This allows novice users to save time and effort by inaccurately configuring the network.
Enable or enable DHCP for Ethernet or WiFi in Windows 10
Initially, you need to go to the control panel and select the category "Networks and the Internet" There you will see the option "shared resource and network center". Then, click on "Change adapter settings" located on the left side of the window.
After that, another window will open showing all available connections. There, you have to choose your active Ethernet or WiFi connection. After that, you will be able to view the details about the connection you have chosen. Click on «Properties» and try to log in as administrator user.
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Access to network properties
If you have the administrator permissions exclusive to the main user, you will have no problem managing the "network properties". Select »Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP / IPv4)» and click on «Properties».
A new window will appear with the options «Obtain IP address automatically and» Obtain DNS server address automatically "; both must be selected to enable DHCP. Finally, you need to click on the button "Accept".
Check if DHCP has been enabled by CMD
To check if the DHCP server has been configured correctly you need to go to the Windows command processor after typing cmd from the start button. In the system console, type «ipconfig/all» and in this way you can see the status of the network card.
On the other hand, if you have any questions about how to install and configure a DHCP server in Windows Server, you can find out via the previous link.
