What hardware will I need to setup a DHCP Server? - I dont want to use a router?

Question

Im guessing:

- Windows Server 2003 with DHCP enabled? and a Switch

Answer 1

In terms of hardware, whatever you're sitting at right now has the horsepower to run DHCP for a small-medium business. The only question is software. DHCP's been around a while. There's lots of free DHCP software out there that will make your computer a DHCP server. Google dhcp freeware and take your pick.
For an elegant solution, Small Business Server 2003 comes with DHCP built in, along with a ton of other features. But, it requires some horsepower on the server to run well. If you want a network, use SBS 2003. If you want DHCP, get it for free.

Answer 2

Windows Server 2003 with DHCP enabled? and a Switch

Will do what you want, but you need to keep in mind the difference bewtween a switch and a router. A switch will send all data packets to all ports on the switch. A router will "remember" which computer is on which port and send the data to only that port. A router cuts down the network traffic on your network. If you have a small network then a switch might be ok, but a router is the way to go. Besides you will not need W2K3 server because most home routers have DHCP servers built into them now.

Answer 3

Connecting b/w the two computers, router isn't required, Router is using to hook up with diverse networks, First verify on your router how many ports are there, U could additionally connect the computers by router, if so u can use the two the computers with diverse IP handle additionally... For configuration info u could point out the router variety and manufacture call.

Answer 4

Yup, you've got it. But unless you have another need for a server, a router would be a MUCH less expensive option.