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Bob_Nine
Oct 12, 2025Follower
Does the GS305EP provide DHCP addresses
I was pretty excited to get my new switch, and I immediately updated the firmware. I intend to create a small standalone offline network for events. With this switch and an AX1800. Nothing fancy or large. But, I would like it to offer DHCP.
When I went to create the DHCP pool, I seem to start struggling. I do not see any setting for it. Maybe I missed something when I bought it. Does it even come with this option?
Afraid no. There is no DHCP server function available on these Easy Smart and Plus Switches - which are essentially unmanaged switch cores wi6t some simple configuration features only.
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- schumakuGuru - Experienced User
Afraid no. There is no DHCP server function available on these Easy Smart and Plus Switches - which are essentially unmanaged switch cores wi6t some simple configuration features only.
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