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Cluster may fail if IP address used from DHCP server

Article ID:170771
Last Review:February 26, 2007
Revision:4.4
This article was previously published under Q170771

SYMPTOMS

If a server runs Microsoft Cluster Server and the installed network adapters obtain IP addresses from a DHCP server, the ability to access the cluster may be compromised.

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CAUSE

Microsoft Cluster Server expects the primary address on configured network cards to remain available. If a leased address expires and cannot be renewed, network connectivity may be lost. As a result, failures may occur within the cluster.

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RESOLUTION

To prevent IP address failure and other problems, use a static IP address for network adapters installed in cluster nodes. Static addresses will ensure availability of critical IP addresses and will further ensure high availability of important resources.

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APPLIES TO
Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Datacenter Edition (32-bit x86)
Microsoft Windows Server 2003, Enterprise Edition (32-bit x86)
Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server
Microsoft Windows NT Server 4.0 Enterprise Edition
Microsoft Cluster Server 1.1

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