This guide aims to effectively demonstrate the steps required to setup a simple DHCP server on MikroTik RouterOS.
Step 1:
Before we start with the DHCP server, there are two considerations we need to take into account. 1, what IP subnet are we going to use for our LAN range that DHCP hands out? 2, what interface is the DHCP server going to live on?
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Adding a DHCP lease exclusion is typically a simple task on most routers—just a few clicks to add the desired IP to an exclusion list. However, on RouterOS, the process is quite manual and requires a bit more effort. This guide will walk you through the steps to create a DHCP exclusion in RouterOS, leveraging its granular configuration capabilities.
Lets take a look at two different approaches to achieve the same end result.
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