Below are pointers to information specific to Android networking use at Princeton University.

Android 2.1 - 2.3, 3.0 - 3.1 Allows DHCP Lease to Expire, Keeps Using IP Address

This document provides details of a set of DHCP bugs exhibited by the Android operating system on many devices.

Partial Workaround for "Android 2.1 - 2.3, 3.0 - 3.1 Allows DHCP Lease to Expire, Keeps Using IP Address" Bugs

A procedure allowing some devices exibiting the Android 2.1 - 2.3, 3.0 - 3.1 Allows DHCP Lease to Expire, Keeps Using IP Address bugs to use the campus network without disrupting service to others. The procedure appears effective for 70% of affected Android devices.

Android DHCP Client starts in SELECTING State, Specifies IP Address From Old Lease

This document provides details of a DHCP bug exhibited by Android on some devices.

Android DHCP Client in SELECTING State Specifies Invalid DHCP Server Identifier

This document provides details of a DHCP bug exhibited by Android on a very small number of devices.

How to Determine Your Device's Ethernet or Wireless Hardware Address

Instructions for determing the Ethernet or Wireless hardware address of some common kinds of hardware.