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For a standard workstation, there is little value here. &nbsp;However, it is certainly possible to run multiple network address ranges on a single set of cabling (though this can get REAL confusing, so we don't recommend it). &nbsp;Further, you can have multiple NIC's assigned on the SAME network segment for fault tolerance purposes. &nbsp;Multiple IP addresses can also be used for servers in a cluster (each server has its own IP address, but the one with the cluster resource mounted gets the cluster IP address) and for some replication solutions for fail-over and fail-back capabilities.<br />
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If you gave a better description (i.e. what addresses are assigned), then we might be able to help narrow this down.
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For a standard workstation, there is little value here.  However, it is certainly possible to run multiple network address ranges on a single set of cabling (though this can get REAL confusing, so we don't recommend it).  Further, you can have multiple NIC's assigned on the SAME network segment for fault tolerance purposes.  Multiple IP addresses can also be used for servers in a cluster (each server has its own IP address, but the one with the cluster resource mounted gets the cluster IP address) and for some replication solutions for fail-over and fail-back capabilities.

If you gave a better description (i.e. what addresses are assigned), then we might be able to help narrow this down.

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Okay, I will. Happy Holidays.
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Used during migration to map old server IP to a new server in case developers hardcoded IP address somewhere.<br />
Also, you can give a device two or more hostnames too using the NETDOM command for the same reason.
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Used during migration to map old server IP to a new server in case developers hardcoded IP address somewhere.
Also, you can give a device two or more hostnames too using the NETDOM command for the same reason.

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Hello,<br />
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I am sure this is a dummy question but i suck in networking.<br />
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What is the purpose of a windows server box to have multiple ID addresses assigned to it, although they share the same host-name on DNS?<br />
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Thanks 4 your help,
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Hello,

I am sure this is a dummy question but i suck in networking.

What is the purpose of a windows server box to have multiple ID addresses assigned to it, although they share the same host-name on DNS?

Thanks 4 your help,

Why multiple IP Addresses on NIC ?

The Windows operating systems have distinct methodologies for designing and implementing networks, and have specific systems to accomplish various networking processes, such as Exchange for email, Sharepoint for shared files and programs, and IIS for delivery of web pages. Microsoft also produces server technologies for networked database use, security and virtualization.

Windows Networking

Networking is the process of connecting computing devices, peripherals and terminals together through a system that uses wiring, cabling or radio waves that enable their users to communicate, share information and interact over distances. Often associated are issues regarding operating systems, hardware and equipment, cloud and virtual networking, protocols, architecture, storage and management.

Networking

Network design and methodology, also known as network architecture, is the design of a communication network. It is a framework for the specification of a network's physical components and their functional organization and configuration, its operational principles and procedures, as well as data formats used in its operation. In telecommunication, the specification of a network architecture may also include a detailed description of products and services delivered via a communications network, as well as detailed rate and billing structures under which services are compensated.