Network Design Challenge
In this assignment we had to create a block network diagram of a new high-tech middle school with 20-PCs and each room needs a 3D-printer and colour laser printer. We also needed to get network cards for the PCs and eight wireless USB type NICs so the laptops can connect to the wireless switch that I got. We even needed a backbone switch for high-speed gigabit speed in the main server room that connects to the four switches of each classroom. This backbone switch will also be connected to four servers for logon, file storage, video, and intranet web pages. This assignment seems challenging but using my previous knowledge from Grade 10, I should be able to complete this task.
I learned a lot from this assignment in every aspect. I’m assuming that the equipment is provided by the school so I can build/cut Ethernet cables and add connectors. Firstly, I learned about Integrated Services Routers and how you can add expansion modules to them to meet your requirements like adding an OC-3 expansion module. Also, I relearned how to make a block diagram due to the assignment because I haven’t made one since Grade 10 Semester. Secondly, the only problem that I needed to solve was the OC-3 Router because most routers use DSL connection but the assignment needed an OC-3 Router but after a long search, I found my solution. Also, I needed to buy RJ45 Connectors for the Ethernet cables because I goes to cut and create my own Ethernet cables, this will save money. Lastly, I learned how our files and data under our accounts are being saved on a server and how it is accessible throughout the school.
I learned a lot from this assignment in every aspect. I’m assuming that the equipment is provided by the school so I can build/cut Ethernet cables and add connectors. Firstly, I learned about Integrated Services Routers and how you can add expansion modules to them to meet your requirements like adding an OC-3 expansion module. Also, I relearned how to make a block diagram due to the assignment because I haven’t made one since Grade 10 Semester. Secondly, the only problem that I needed to solve was the OC-3 Router because most routers use DSL connection but the assignment needed an OC-3 Router but after a long search, I found my solution. Also, I needed to buy RJ45 Connectors for the Ethernet cables because I goes to cut and create my own Ethernet cables, this will save money. Lastly, I learned how our files and data under our accounts are being saved on a server and how it is accessible throughout the school.