Chapter 13: Build a routed, switched and wireless netowrk and troubleshoot any issues

Today we had to put what we learned to the test we split into teams and setup our own routed and switched networks and troubleshoot any problems.   We had to set up all the physical connections which we have done many times now.  Then we had to use Putty to Telnet into the switches and change the IP.  Then just follow the Interface instructions that were on the board to complete the process. 

Chapter 12: Secure a wireless access point. Personal Firewall

Just like before we had to setup the router, change IP address and gave it a password of America#1.  Then we had to change each of our Firewall setting and allow for file and printer sharing and Network Discovery. Then we had to create a new folder on our desktop with a file in it and allow sharing of the folder and choose who you want access to it.

Chapter 11: CCC network tour

Being in the CIT program for the past two years I have been on the network tour at least 3 times.  Those of us that had seen it before were able to sit this one out which is why I don't have any pictures for this blog.

Chapter 9: Virtual Operating System

We had to set up Virtual PC 7 and then install DSL.  We had to install the 50MB ISO version of Damn Small Linux which is a free and open source software.   I was able to connect to the Internet and surf the web but I couldn't watch any streaming media.

Chapter 8: Build a wireless network

Today we connected to the internet using a wireless network.  First we hard wired a computer to the router and the other two computers used the D-Link nano USB.  We had to install the drivers before we got stared.  Then all there we had to do was configure the router and renew all are IP's.  Then connect to the internet, this lab was pretty simple.

Chapter 8: WLANs

NETGEAR - Wireless-N Wireless Access Point

This product is very user friendly and includes everything you need to set up your own wireless network.  The features include: Wireless-N technology which utilizes multiple antennas to deliver improved range while reducing drops and dead zones.  WMM support makes it easy to prioritize time-sensitive Web traffic before Web surfing or file transfers to improve efficiency.
Provides up to 300 Mbps of data for fast and efficent operations and includes a power dave mode to conservethe batter life all your other connected wireless periperals.  This wireless access point will cost you around $150.

D-Link - AirPremier 802.11b/g Wireless Outdoor Access Point

This wireless outdoor access point is ideal for Internet service providers to create hotspot networks and provide outdoor users with wireless Internet access. The die-cast, watertight housing and built-in heater with a temperature sensor provide durability. It also has a Ethernet port incase you need a wired connection.

Product Features

For fast, efficient operation this wireless outdoor access poiont provides 2.4GHz ISM minimum frequency and 2.5GHz ISM maximum frequency.  This will cost you a bit at $820

Cisco Small Business WAP4410N

This Wireless Access Point gives you fast wireless data speeds, broad coverage and installation flexibility that a standard access point are not able to provide. The WAP4410N uses three antennas for both sending and receiving data this is know as MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output) technology, which minimizes errors and optimizes data speed. Another benifit of the three antennas is it allows for broader coverage and longer signal range.

A really great feature the WAP4410N has it can use a single Ethernet connection for both power and data, so there is no need for outlets. Also, VoIP and video applications won't suffer from other network data demands thanks to the integrated QoS (quality of service) features that give signal priority to voice and video quality.  This will cost you only $190.

Chapter 7: Build a routed network

Today we were to build a routed network by using Putty.  First we all hooked up ourt routes and switches and then to each other, but we had to know what DTE and DCE to put into which port.  After the physical componets were connected we had to figure out what our default gateways, subnet masks and Ip address were going to be.  The plan didn't go as well as hoped at first but we got it.  I also learned not to use flash around Brad, bad things could happen.