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5.2.3 DHCP Settings
“DHCP” includes 3 submenus: DHCP Server, Client List and Static Assignment. Clicking any of them enters
corresponding interface for configuration. Below explains, in details, each such feature.
The Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) is an automatic configuration protocol used on IP
networks. If you enable the built-in DHCP server on the device, it will automatically configure the TCP/IP settings
for all your LAN computers (including IP address, subnet mask, gateway and DNS etc), eliminating the need for
manual intervention. Just be sure to set such PCs to DHCP clients by selecting “Obtain an IP Address
Automatically” on each such PC. When you turn these PCs on, they will automatically load the proper TCP/IP
settings provided by the device DHCP server.
 DHCP Server
Figure 5-2-10
The page includes the following fields:
Object Description
 DHCP
Server-Enable:
Check or uncheck the box to enable or disable the device’s DHCP
server feature.
 Start IP Address: Enter the starting IP address for the DHCP server’s IP assignment.
 End IP Address: Enter the ending IP address for the DHCP server’s IP assignment.
 Lease Time:
The length of time for the IP address lease. Configuring a proper lease
time improves the efficiency for the DHCP server to reclaim disused IP
addresses.