Introduction

The DHCP Service is a production-level campus service offering which enables client computers on supported networks to automatically obtain an IP address and other parameters using the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP). Most aspects of the DHCP configuration for each network can be managed directly by campus network administrators using the Grid Manager web interface at https://ipam.illinois.edu or via the API.

Requesting DHCP for your network

To enable campus DHCP service for your network, email hostmgr@illinois.edu with the following information:

• The name and CIDR of the network
• Does the network currently have a DHCP server (either local or remote)? If yes, please provide configuration details and we will assist you in migrating your existing DHCP configuration into the campus service.
• Any other special configuration changes you require at this time (e.g. DHCP options set at the network level, new MAC Address Filters, etc)

For new networks, you can work with your network designer to request DHCP service as part of the network creation process.

Managing DHCP for your network

Managing DHCP for your network explains how to customize the DHCP configuration settings for your network(s) once DHCP service has been enabled.

DHCP Service Defaults

DHCP Service Defaults details the default configuration parameters that will automatically apply to all networks unless you choose to override them.

DHCP Service Guidelines

DHCP Service Guidelines details guidelines and recommendations for using the DHCP service.

Email Alerts

Email Alerts explains the automated email alerts that may be sent to network administrators by the DHCP service.

Contact us

Any questions or support requests regarding the campus DHCP service should be directed to the Illinois DNS Hostmanager at hostmgr@illinois.edu, your convenient one-stop-shop for all IPAM (IP Address Management) needs on campus.