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Chapter 5

DHCP
This Chapter covers the use of DHCP, using either an exist-
ing DHCP Server or the FBR-1700TX's DHCP Server
function.

Overview

If your LAN does not use DHCP, and you do not wish to use DHCP, you can
ignore this chapter.

What DHCP Does

A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server allocates a valid IP
address to a DHCP client (PC or device) upon request.
• The client request is made when the client device boots.
• The DHCP Server provides the Gateway and DNS addresses to the client,
as well as allocating an IP Address.
• Windows 95/98/ME include all the software required to act as a DHCP
client. This is the default Windows setting for TCP/IP.
• The FBR-1700TX can act as a DHCP server.