100-150 Question 130
Select 2A company is deploying several devices on their network, including IoT devices, computers, mobile devices, IP phones, printers, and servers. To ensure proper communication and security, the IT team needs to assign static IP addresses to specific devices while allowing others to receive dynamic IPs via DHCP. Which devices should most likely receive static IP addresses?
- A
IoT devices
- B
Computers
- C
Mobile devices
- D
IP phones
- E
Printers
- F
Servers
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Correct answers: E, F
Explanation
Printers and servers are typically assigned static IP addresses to ensure reliable access and consistent configuration. Printers need static IPs so users and applications can always locate them, while servers need static IPs to support critical services and applications that depend on consistent addressing. Other devices, such as IoT devices, computers, mobile devices, and IP phones, are often configured to use DHCP for dynamic IP allocation, enabling easier management and flexibility.
- A. Incorrect.
IoT devices typically use DHCP to simplify deployment and management, as they are often low-power devices with minimal configuration requirements.
- B. Incorrect.
Computers generally use DHCP for ease of management, especially in environments where users frequently change or move devices.
- C. Incorrect.
Mobile devices rely on DHCP for seamless connectivity as they frequently connect to different networks.
- D. Incorrect.
IP phones often use DHCP along with options like Option 66/150 to receive configurations, though they can also be statically configured in some cases.
- E. Correct.
Printers benefit from static IPs to ensure they are reachable by all users and systems, as their IP address should remain consistent for printing services.
- F. Correct.
Servers require static IP addresses to provide consistent and reliable services to the network, as dynamic IPs could disrupt their operations.