Vendor Class Identifiers (VCIs) for Microsoft Windows and Android Devices

VCIs for Microsoft Windows and Android

If you're not familiar with the term "vendor class identifier" (VCI), it's a unique identifier that is used by a device to identify itself to a network. This allows the network to determine what type of device it is and how to configure it.

Microsoft Windows 10 uses the VCI "MSFT 50", while Android devices use the VCI "dhcpcd-556". This information is important for network administrators to know when configuring their networks.

When to use the MSFT 50 VCI?

The MSFT 50 VCI is used by Windows 10 clients when they are configured to use DHCP. This allows the network to automatically assign an IP address and other network settings to the client.

When to use the dhcpcd-556 VCI?

The dhcpcd-556 VCI is used by Android devices when they are configured to use DHCP. This allows the network to automatically assign an IP address and other network settings to the device.