How do you authorize the DHCP server?
To authorize the DHCP server in Windows Server, you need to follow a specific set of steps to ensure proper configuration and security. This process involves granting the necessary permissions and verifying the server's identity with the Active Directory. By authorizing the DHCP server, you can ensure that it is recognized as a trusted entity within the network and can provide IP addresses and other configuration settings to clients.
Here is a detailed explanation of how to authorize the DHCP server:
1. Log in to the Windows Server with administrative credentials.
2. Open the Server Manager by clicking on the Start button and selecting "Server Manager" from the menu.
3. In the Server Manager, click on the "Manage" menu and select "Add Roles and Features."
4. The Add Roles and Features Wizard will open. Click "Next" to proceed.
5. Select the appropriate server from the server pool and click "Next."
6. In the Server Roles section, scroll down and select "DHCP Server." A pop-up window will appear, asking if you want to add the required features. Click "Add Features" and then click "Next."
7. Review the DHCP Server role description and click "Next."
8. On the Features screen, click "Next" to proceed.
9. On the DHCP Server screen, review the information and click "Next."
10. On the Confirm Installation Selections screen, click "Install" to begin the installation process.
11. Once the installation is complete, click "Close" to exit the wizard.
12. Now, you need to authorize the DHCP server. Open the DHCP console by clicking on the Start button, selecting "Administrative Tools," and then choosing "DHCP."
13. In the DHCP console, right-click on the DHCP server name and select "Authorize."
14. A message will appear, stating that the DHCP server is not authorized to start. Click "Authorize" to proceed.
15. The DHCP server will now be authorized and ready to provide IP addresses and configuration settings to clients on the network.
It is important to note that only authorized DHCP servers can provide IP addresses to clients. Unauthorized DHCP servers can cause conflicts and security risks within the network. By authorizing the DHCP server, you ensure that only trusted servers are allowed to provide DHCP services.
Authorizing the DHCP server in Windows Server involves installing the DHCP Server role, followed by the authorization process in the DHCP console. This ensures that the server is recognized as a trusted entity and can provide IP addresses and configuration settings to clients on the network.
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