How to Configure DHCP Protocol on a Router Using Cisco Packet Tracer | Practical Video
How to Configure DHCP Protocol on a Router Using Cisco Packet Tracer
Here is a step-by-step guide to configure a DHCP server on a Cisco router using Cisco Packet Tracer:
Network Setup:
Devices Needed:
1 Router (e.g., Cisco 1941)
1 Switch
2 or more PCs (clients)
Steps:
Set Up the Network Topology:
Open Cisco Packet Tracer.
Drag and drop a router, switch, and two PCs onto the workspace.
Connect the router to the switch using a straight-through cable.
Connect the PCs to the switch using straight-through cables.
Configure the Router:
Click on the router and go to the CLI (Command Line Interface) tab.
Enter configuration mode using the following command:
enable
configure terminal
interface GigabitEthernet0/0
ip address 192.168.1.1 255.255.255.0
no shutdown
exit
ip dhcp pool LAN
default-router 192.168.1.1
network 192.168.1.0 255.255.255.0
Configure the PCs to Use DHCP:
Click on each PC, go to the Desktop tab, and open the IP Configuration window.
Set the IP configuration to DHCP.