Which device can be configured as a DHCP server in a MikroTik network?

A MikroTik router can be configured as a DHCP server because its primary role involves managing network traffic and providing network services, including DHCP. The router acts as a central point for managing IP address assignments to devices on the network. It can be set up to allocate IP addresses dynamically based on a predefined range and assign various network configuration parameters like the default gateway and DNS servers to the clients.

While switches, access points, and firewalls play crucial roles in network infrastructure, they typically do not serve as DHCP servers in the MikroTik ecosystem. Switches are primarily used for Layer 2 traffic management, access points facilitate wireless connectivity, and firewalls focus on security and traffic control. These devices can interact with DHCP services provided by a router but do not natively manage DHCP functionality themselves in a MikroTik configuration.