dhcp

Administer ISC DHCP and Kea servers for configuration, leases, and reservations.

6|1|Updated Feb 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins --skill dhcp
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Skill: dhcp
Source: https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins/tree/main/plugins/linux-sysadmin/skills/dhcp
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/L3DigitalNet/Claude-Code-Plugins --skill dhcp

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the complex task of managing DHCP services, ensuring reliable IP address assignment and network connectivity for your devices.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Configuration Management: Easily configure subnets, IP ranges, and static reservations.
  • Lease Management: Monitor active leases, troubleshoot assignment issues, and clear old leases.
  • Troubleshooting: Diagnose common DHCP problems like "no subnet declaration" or "no free leases."
  • Use Case: Quickly add a new static IP reservation for a critical server or diagnose why new devices aren't receiving IP addresses on your network.

Quick Start

Check the status of the ISC DHCP server service on the current machine.

Frequently Asked Questions about dhcp

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I troubleshoot DHCP issues when devices are not receiving IP addresses?

To troubleshoot DHCP issues when devices are not receiving IP addresses, this Skill diagnoses common problems like "no subnet declaration" or "no free leases" using journalctl and specific DHCP utilities to identify configuration or lease exhaustion faults.

How do I configure a static IP reservation for a critical server in ISC DHCP?

To configure a static IP reservation for a critical server in ISC DHCP, this Skill manages subnet declarations and static reservations directly within the server configuration, ensuring reliable network connectivity for your devices.

Can I manage Kea DHCP configurations using this tool, or is it only for ISC DHCP?

You can manage Kea DHCP configurations because this Skill supports both EOL ISC DHCP servers and its successor, Kea DHCP, providing comprehensive administration for configuration and lease management across both platforms.

What is the best way to monitor active DHCP leases and clear old ones?

The best way to monitor active DHCP leases and clear old ones is through the lease management features provided, which allow you to monitor active assignments, troubleshoot IP address issues, and remove stale leases efficiently.

Why does my ISC DHCP server show a "no subnet declaration" error during startup?

Your ISC DHCP server shows a "no subnet declaration" error because the configuration lacks proper subnet definitions, which this Skill helps diagnose and resolve by managing subnet declarations and checking service health via systemctl.

Do I need systemctl and ss to perform DHCP health checks and service management?

You need systemctl and ss for DHCP health checks and service management because this Skill utilizes these utilities alongside journalctl to execute operational tasks, check server status, and monitor network ports.