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Windows DHCP Client — Common Ports

Community software entries: links are references, not individual verification.

Role Unconfirmed (1)

68
udpSystem

DHCP client port for Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol

Windows built-in DHCP client

Scope

Port associations on this page are community-database references (common usage), not a live measurement of any machine; confirm with the official documentation before deployment.

Frequently asked questions

What port does Windows DHCP Client use?

Windows DHCP Client commonly uses these ports: 68. These are community database references — actual configuration may differ.

How do I check if Windows DHCP Client is running?

Run sudo ss -tupn 'sport = :68' on the server to check for listening processes on these ports. Also use systemctl status <service> to check the service state. Without root you may not see other users' processes. A listening port alone does not prove the software identity — verify with the config file and process name.

What category does Windows DHCP Client belong to?

Windows DHCP Client belongs to the System category. This page lists the software's port associations and their roles.