DHCP server Wi-Fi equipment

DHCP server

— function that simplifies the distribution of IP addresses connected to the router (or other network equipment) to subscriber devices.

Assigning an IP address is necessary for correct operation in TCP / IP networks (and this is the entire Internet and the vast majority of modern “locals”). In the presence of DHCP, this process can be carried out completely automatically, which makes life much easier for both users and administrators. However, the administrator can also set additional DHCP options — for example, specify a range of available IP addresses (to prevent errors) or limit the time of using one address. If necessary, you can even manually enter a specific address for each device on the network, without automatically adding new devices — DHCP also facilitates this procedure, as it allows you to carry out all operations on the router without delving into the settings of each subscriber device.