In configuring a DHCP scope, what is the default action after setting up the address range?

When configuring a DHCP scope, the default action after setting up the address range is to activate the scope. Activating the scope enables the DHCP server to start assigning IP addresses to clients within the defined range. This is an essential step in the configuration process, as until the scope is activated, the server will not respond to DHCP requests from clients, meaning that devices on the network will be unable to receive IP addresses dynamically.

Once the scope is activated, it begins the process of managing address leases and ensuring that the networked devices can communicate effectively. It's important for network administrators to confirm that the scope is active to ensure proper network functionality.

Other options such as deactivating the scope, creating a new user, or deleting the scope do not represent the next logical step after defining an address range. Deactivating would halt any IP assignments, creating a new user concerns user account management rather than address leasing, and deleting the scope would remove the configuration entirely, which would not be a desirable action after setting it up.