DHCPv4 Vendor-Specific Options

Introduction

DHCPv4 vendor-specific options are used to provide additional information to DHCP clients. These options can be used to configure the client's network settings, or to provide information about the client to the DHCP server.

MSFT 5.0

MSFT 5.0 is a vendor-specific option that is used by Windows computers. This option specifies the client's vendor class identifier (VCI). The VCI is used by the DHCP server to determine which options to send to the client.

dhcpcd-5.5.6

dhcpcd-5.5.6 is a vendor-specific option that is used by Android devices. This option also specifies the client's VCI.

Vendor Class Identifiers

The following table lists the VCI values for different types of devices: | VCI | Device Type | |---|---| | MSFT 5.0 | Windows computers | | dhcpcd-5.5.6 | Android devices |

Conclusion

DHCPv4 vendor-specific options can be used to provide additional information to DHCP clients. These options can be used to configure the client's network settings, or to provide information about the client to the DHCP server. By understanding the different types of vendor-specific options, administrators can better configure their DHCP servers to meet the needs of their clients.

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Ingmar Verheij