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Note: The VLAN feature is supported by Intel-based NAS models only. Please visit
http://www.qnap.com for details.
DHCP Server
A DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server assigns IP addresses to the clients
on a network. Select “Enable DHCP Server” to set the NAS a DHCP server if there is none
on the local network where the NAS locates.
Note:
Do not enable DHCP server if there is one the local network to avoid IP address
conflicts or network access errors.
The DHCP server option is available to Ethernet 1 only when both LAN ports of a
dual LAN NAS are connected to the network and configured as standalone IP
settings.
Start IP, End IP, Lease Tim e: Set the range of IP addresses allocated by the NAS to
the DHCP clients and the lease time. The lease time refers to the time that an IP address
is leased to the clients. During that time, the IP will be reserved to the assigned client.
When the lease time expires, the IP can be assigned to another client.