As a network technician, you need to ensure that a specific network printer always receives the same network address so users don't experience disruptions. Which configuration on the network's address distribution server is BEST to achieve this?
Create a reservation for the printer's hardware identifier (MAC address)
Manually input the desired network details on the printer itself
Expand the distribution server's assigning range to include the printer's current address
Increase the network address lease duration to the maximum available
Configuring a reservation on the DHCP server binds a specific IP address to the printer's unique hardware (MAC) address, guaranteeing the printer receives that address every time it requests one. Extending the lease time only delays renewal and cannot ensure that the same address will be re-issued after expiration. Expanding the scope simply makes more addresses available but does not fix one to the printer. Manually assigning a static address on the printer removes central control and could lead to conflicts if the address is inside the DHCP scope.
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