20+ practice questions focused on DHCP — one of the most tested topics on the CCNA 200-301 v2 exam. Each question includes a detailed explanation so you learn why the right answer is correct.
Start DHCP PracticeDrag and drop the following steps into the correct order to configure a Cisco switch as a DHCP relay agent with DHCP snooping, where the DHCP server is located on a remote router.
Explanation: First, the DHCP server must be properly configured on the router. Next, DHCP snooping is enabled globally on the switch to protect against rogue servers. Then, the specific client VLANs must be added to the snooping database. After that, the uplink interface to the DHCP server must be trusted to allow legitimate server responses. Finally, the ip helper-address command is placed on the client's SVI to forward DHCP broadcasts to the remote server.
Drag and drop the following steps into the correct order to configure a switch port for data and voice traffic.
Explanation: The correct order is: 1) Enter interface configuration mode, because all port-specific commands must be applied under the interface. 2) Set the port as an access port with 'switchport mode access'—a voice VLAN can only be assigned on an access port. 3) Assign the data VLAN with 'switchport access vlan' to ensure proper Layer 2 forwarding for data traffic. 4) Assign the voice VLAN with 'switchport voice vlan' so the IP phone's voice frames are tagged with the voice VLAN. 5) Enable PortFast with 'spanning-tree portfast' to immediately transition the port to forwarding, preventing DHCP timeouts for the phone and host.
A user reports that their computer cannot access the network. The technician checks the computer's IP configuration and finds an APIPA address (169.254.x.x). The computer is connected to a switch port on VLAN 20. The DHCP server is located on VLAN 1. The technician then examines the router's interfaces using 'show ip interface brief' and sees that all interfaces shown are up/up. What should the technician do next?
Explanation: The APIPA address (169.254.x.x) indicates the host failed to obtain a DHCP lease. Since the DHCP server is on VLAN 1 and the host is on VLAN 20, a DHCP relay (ip helper-address) must be configured on the router's VLAN 20 interface to forward DHCP broadcast messages to the server. The 'show ip interface brief' shows all interfaces are up/up, so the next logical step is to verify the relay configuration.
Based on the exhibit, why are clients in VLAN 70 failing to resolve hostnames even though they can reach remote IP addresses?
Explanation: The strongest explanation is that the clients are missing valid DNS server information. In practical terms, successful reachability to remote IP addresses proves that Layer 3 forwarding is working. The failure occurs only when a hostname is used, which points to a naming service problem rather than a general connectivity problem. The DHCP scope shown provides an address and default gateway, but no DNS server option is defined. This is a very realistic IP-services troubleshooting pattern because the network path works while application usability still fails.
Match each network service to its primary function.
Explanation: Each network service has a distinct primary function: DNS translates names to IPs, DHCP automates IP assignment, NTP synchronizes time, SNMP manages devices, FTP transfers files, and HTTP serves web content.
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Practice all DHCP questions1. Baseline your knowledge
Start with 10 questions to gauge your current understanding of DHCP. This tells you whether you need a concept refresher or just practice.
2. Review every explanation
For each question — right or wrong — read the full explanation. Understanding why an answer is correct is more valuable than knowing the answer itself.
3. Focus on exam traps
DHCP questions on the 200-301 frequently use trap wording. Look for subtle differences in answers that test your precision, not just general knowledge.
4. Reach 80% consistently
Do repeated sessions until you score 80%+ three times in a row. Then move to mixed-mode practice to test cross-topic recall under realistic conditions.
The exact number varies per candidate. DHCP is tested as part of the CCNA 200-301 v2 blueprint. Practicing with targeted DHCP questions ensures you can handle any format or difficulty that appears.
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