When accessing the DHCP console, what should be done to make the DHCP service operational?

The DHCP service requires that a scope must be activated in order to assign IP addresses dynamically to clients on the network. An activated DHCP scope indicates that the range of IP addresses designated for distribution is open for use by devices requesting an IP address. This is a critical step; without activating the scope, the DHCP server will not be able to lease out any IP addresses, rendering the service inoperative.

The installation of the DHCP server role is a necessary prerequisite, but it alone does not mean that the service is operational. A static IP may be beneficial for the DHCP server so that it has a fixed address for clients to reach, but this setting doesn't influence the operational status of the DHCP service itself. Meanwhile, removing all IP address reservations would not directly facilitate the operation of the DHCP service and could disrupt network functionality, further complicating the DHCP service's ability to manage address distribution effectively. Therefore, the activation of the DHCP scope is the key step to ensure that the service can function properly.