• Navigate to the "Devices" tab and click "Add Device".
• Enter the IP address or hostname of the DHCP server you want to monitor.
• Provide authentication credentials (if required) for accessing the DHCP server.
• PRTG will automatically discover available sensors for DHCP server monitoring.

 Configuring DHCP Server Monitoring Sensors:

• Select the appropriate DHCP server monitoring sensor (e.g., DHCP Sensor, SNMP Custom Sensor).
• Configure sensor settings such as monitoring interval, timeout, and authentication details.
• Define specific DHCP parameters to monitor, such as lease availability, lease duration, and DHCP server uptime.

 Dashboard Customization:

• Customize the dashboard to display DHCP server lease information and availability.
• Add widgets for real-time and historical data visualization.
• Arrange the layout for easy monitoring of DHCP server leases and availability.

 Setting Up Alerts:

• Configure alerts for DHCP server lease shortages or availability issues.
• Define thresholds for acceptable lease utilization, lease duration, and DHCP server uptime.
• Choose notification methods (email, SMS) for alerts to ensure timely awareness of DHCP server issues.

 Historical Data Analysis:

• Analyze historical data to identify trends in DHCP server lease utilization and availability.
• Generate reports to gain insights into DHCP server uptime, lease allocation rates, and trends over time.
• Compare data across different DHCP servers or time periods for performance evaluation and troubleshooting.

 Lease Management and Optimization:

• Use lease data to optimize DHCP server resource allocation.
• Identify potential lease shortages or conflicts and take proactive measures to resolve them.
• Adjust lease duration settings and DHCP scope configurations as needed to optimize IP address allocation.

 Integration and Automation:

• Integrate PRTG with other network management tools for enhanced functionality.
• Automate monitoring tasks such as alert acknowledgments and lease management workflows.
• Leverage third-party integrations for advanced analysis and reporting of DHCP server leases and availability.

Maintenance and Updates:

• Keep PRTG updated to access the latest features and security patches.
• Monitor PRTG health for optimal performance.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks like database cleanup and sensor optimization.

By following these steps, you can effectively track DHCP server leases and availability using PRTG Network Monitor, ensuring that your network remains properly configured and that IP address allocation meets the needs of your organization.