Additional Lessons
Lesson 4

Install and Configure DHCP

By Sai Kurada

August 20, 2023

Installing and Configuring DHCP

Installing the DHCP service involves setting up a server that can assign IP addresses and other network configuration parameters to client devices on a network. DHCP simplifies the process of network configuration by dynamically allocating IP addresses, subnet masks, default gateways, DNS servers, and more to devices as they join the network.

Here's a detailed explanation of how to install the DHCP service on a Windows Server:
Note: The following steps are based on Windows Server operating systems. Other server operating systems may have similar procedures.

Access Server Manager:

Log in to the Windows Server using an account with administrative privileges.
Open the "Server Manager" application. This can be done from the Start Menu or the taskbar.

Add DHCP Role:

In Server Manager, click on "Manage" in the top-right corner, then select "Add Roles and Features."
The "Add Roles and Features Wizard" will open. Click "Next" to begin.

Role-Based or Feature-Based Installation:

Choose "Role-based or feature-based installation" and click "Next."

Select Server:

Choose the target server where you want to install the DHCP service and click "Next."

Select Role:

Scroll down and select the "DHCP Server" role from the list.
A prompt will appear, indicating that additional features are required for DHCP.
Click "Add Features" to proceed.