Introducing Sphere: DHCP Management That Finally Makes Sense for ISPs

If you’re managing DHCP for a regional ISP, you know the headaches all too well. Manual tracking, outdated spreadsheets, and unclear visibility across distributed networks can be overwhelming. There’s also the ever-looming fear of pool exhaustion or rogue DHCP servers sneaking into the mix.

We understand your struggles, and that’s why we built Sphere to address these issues head-on.

What is Sphere?

Sphere is 7Sigma’s DHCP management tool designed specifically for internet service providers. It encompasses everything your DHCP setup should be: automated, transparent, and centralized. Sphere scales effortlessly with your network and runs on ISC’s new KEA backend, providing a robust solution for modern demands.

Instead of wrestling with configuration files or sifting through logs to discern usage patterns, Sphere offers you:

• A real-time global view of your DHCP infrastructure

• Automated IP assignment and reclamation

• Seamless Kea DHCP integration (yes, real-time config sync without manual JSON edits)

• Smart alerting and AI-enhanced logs

• Built-in redundancy and cloud backup support

  
  

And that’s just the beginning.

Why DHCP Needs a Rethink

Most ISPs began DHCP management in the traditional way: static configurations and manual tracking. However, as the complexity of modern networks increases—especially with the rise of IPv6 adoption—this model has become unrealistic and unsustainable.

Sphere eliminates guesswork and manual overhead. Whether you’re monitoring lease activity, responding to sudden spikes in requests, or provisioning new service areas, Sphere empowers your team to act quickly and confidently.

A Few Ways Sphere Makes Your Life Easier

• Powerful Infrastructure: Sphere runs on ISC’s new KEA next-generation DHCP server, which is more robust and secure than the previous ISC DHCPD.

• Goodbye, Spreadsheets: Automatic IP tracking and reclamation handle the cleanup efficiently, allowing you to say goodbye to tedious spreadsheets.

• Effortless Log Management: Our AI-enhanced log viewer interprets and explains log entries in plain language, so you don’t have to dig through logs any longer.

• Immediate Alerts: With real-time alerts for pool exhaustion, rogue DHCP activity, or misconfigured scopes, you’ll be informed before your customers are affected.

• Unified Platform: No more fragmented tools. Everything from monitoring to backup to configuration lives in one easy-to-use platform.

  
  

Built for the Way ISPs Actually Work

Sphere isn’t a generic enterprise tool awkwardly shoved into a telco workflow. It’s meticulously crafted to meet the operational needs of regional ISPs. It effectively manages dual-stack IPv4/IPv6 networks and offers service continuity with a support system that truly understands Kea DHCP under the hood.

In addition, we take care of all your backups—both locally and in the cloud. If the worst happens, you’ll be back online in minutes instead of hours.

Real-World Impact: Why It Matters

The impact of an efficient DHCP management tool such as Sphere can be profound for ISPs. It can enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and elevate customer satisfaction. Teams that can efficiently manage their network receive fewer complaints and can focus on driving innovation rather than fixing crises.

Every moment spent wrestling with outdated systems is a lost opportunity. Sphere allows your team to shift focus toward scaling services and improving customer experiences.

Ready to See It in Action?

If your current DHCP setup feels like it's held together with duct tape and shell scripts, you're not alone. However, there is a better way out there—and it starts with Sphere.

Contact us to schedule a demo, or learn more on our product page. Discover the difference Sphere can make for your network management today!