Disable or Enable DHCP for Ethernet or Wi-Fi in Windows 11/10

 Internet Protocol (IP) networks make use of the Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol or DHCP as a standard network protocol because it's an extremely secure and reliable configuration. It lets users efficiently and effectively assign IP addresses that can be reused. If you have an DHCP server that is installed and configured within your network, DHCP enabled clients will receive IP addresses as well as related framework parameters each when they become part of the network. This can greatly cut down the time required to set up and reconfigure the computers on networks. 

Sometimes, you might encounter issues accessing the Internet. After trying every troubleshooting step and solutions, an error message will be displayed on your screen saying ' DHCP is not disabled'. If DHCP isn't turned on by default on your Windows PC, this article will explain how to enable or deactivate DHCP in order to enable Ethernet, Wi-Fi or Local Area Connection in Windows 11/10/8/7.

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Enable DHCP for Ethernet or Wi-Fi

Start by opening ' Control Panel and type in ' Network and Sharing Center into the search bar on the panel, and then press the Enter key.

Click the ' Change the Adapter Settings Link that is visible on the 'Network as well as Sharing Center' screen. If you're connected to the Ethernet connection, click the right option and select Properties. If you've connected to a broadband network select Wi-Fi, and then follow the same steps as described above.

Then, in the Ethernet/Wi-Fi Properties window, locate and double-click the " Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4)' item as illustrated in the image below.

Once you're done, Internet Protocol Version 4 Properties box will be displayed. To switch DHCP on, simply look at the radio boxes against

1. Get an IP address instantly - the upper portion of 'General Screen.'
2. Find DNS server addresses automatically. It's located in the lower portion of the General Screen.'

Windows 11/10 will be in a position to get an IP address via the DHCP server. To stop this check these options.

To determine that DHCP is turned on or off To confirm if DHCP is enabled or disabled, execute the following command inside CMD:

ipconfig /all

You will be able to view - DHCP enabled ... No/Yes.

If the issue persists, then you should examine the Firewall settings and ensure that your firewall doesn't block your Internet connection. Certain Antivirus software can block an unidentified connection to ensure security. In this instance you could try to reset the default settings of your Windows Firewall and see how it works.