Question
Download Solution PDFArrange the following steps of the DHCP (Dynamic Host Control Protocol) process in the correct - sequence.
A. DHC PACK
B. DHCP DISCOVER
C. DHCP OFFER
D. DHCP REQUEST
E. Client receives IP configuration
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Option 2 : B, C, D, A, E
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 2.
Key Points
- DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) is a network management protocol used to automate the process of configuring devices on IP networks.
- The DHCP process consists of several steps to assign an IP address to a client.
- The correct sequence of the DHCP process is as follows:
- DHCP DISCOVER: The client sends a broadcast message to discover a DHCP server.
- DHCP OFFER: The DHCP server responds with an offer message containing an IP address and configuration details.
- DHCP REQUEST: The client requests the offered IP address and configuration from the DHCP server.
- DHCP ACK: The DHCP server acknowledges the request and assigns the IP address to the client.
- Client receives IP configuration: The client receives the IP configuration and can now use the network.
Additional Information
- DHCP simplifies network management by automatically assigning IP addresses and reducing manual configuration efforts.
- DHCP can also provide other network configuration information such as default gateway, subnet mask, and DNS servers.
- DHCP leases IP addresses to clients for a specific duration, after which the client must renew the lease.
- DHCP can be used in both small and large networks, including home networks, enterprise networks, and service provider networks.