crosswalk for ccna 4 labs and activities

What is this?This document outlines the course content for CCNA Discovery Designing and Supporting Computer Networks (DCompNtwk) v4.0(2) and details all labs and activities, including hands-on labs, Packet Tracer activities, media activities, Linksys GUI activities, e-lab activities, NETLAB-friendly lab activities, and Supplemental PT Activities.

Why do I want this document?This document is intended to show instructors how each chapter's labs and activities integrate into the course content, and to assist instructors in planning how students can complete those activities within the time constraints of their course offering. An instructor might use this as a resource while creating weekly lesson plans. For example, an instructor will make decisions on when to provide direct instruction; and will plan when and where students will complete labs and activities both in class and outside of class.

How is this document structured?There is a worksheet for each chapter of this course which provides an outline of the chapter content and how the activities are placed within that content.

There are tabs for each course chapter. Each tab outlines the chapter and details all labs and activities. The details of each lab or activity include its page within the course, the type of activity, the learning objectives, and equipment needed to complete the lab.

How do I display specific types of activities for a chapter?Each column contains an AutoFilter dropdown list.• Selecting (NonBlanks) in the Activity/Lab column will display all of the labs and activities for that chapter.• Additional filters can be use to display only the Hands-on Labs, PT Activities, Media Activities, Linksys GUI activities, and E-Lab Activities.

What are the different types of Packet Tracer activities?There are three types of PT activities included in the course:• PT Activity: Skills Practice -- These e-doing activities guide students through a specific skillset, providing just-in-time skills reinforcement and practice.• PT Activity: Companion to Hands-on Lab -- These activities may be used in conjunction with hands-on labs.• PT Activity: Skills Integration Challenge -- These summary activities provide a skills integration challenge which build upon skills learned in this chapter and in previous chapters.• Supplemental PT Activities -- These activities complement the CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration curricula and utilize technologies new to PT with the release of PT5.0 including activities demonstrating OSPF, IPv6, SSH, RSTP, Spanning Tree, VLANs, and Frame Relay.

It is important to note that Packet Tracer was not designed to replace the use of physical equipment in a classroom. Packet Tracer is more than a network lab simulator, providing many other opportunities for instruction and learning.

CCNA Discovery Designing and Supporting Computer Networks and details all labs and activities, including hands-on labs, Packet Tracer activities, media activities,

Supplemental PT Activities.

This document is intended to show instructors how each chapter's labs and activities integrate into the course content, and to assist instructors in planning how students can complete those activities within the time constraints of their course offering. An instructor might use this as a resource while creating weekly lesson plans. For example, an instructor will make decisions on when to provide direct instruction; and will plan when and where students will complete labs and activities both

There is a worksheet for each chapter of this course which provides an outline of the chapter content and how the activities

There are tabs for each course chapter. Each tab outlines the chapter and details all labs and activities. The details of each lab or activity include its page within the course, the type of activity, the learning objectives, and equipment needed to

Selecting (NonBlanks) in the Activity/Lab column will display all of the labs and activities for that chapter.Additional filters can be use to display only the Hands-on Labs, PT Activities, Media Activities, Linksys GUI activities, and

PT Activity: Skills Practice -- These e-doing activities guide students through a specific skillset, providing just-in-time skills

PT Activity: Companion to Hands-on Lab -- These activities may be used in conjunction with hands-on labs.PT Activity: Skills Integration Challenge -- These summary activities provide a skills integration challenge which build upon

-- These activities complement the CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration curricula and utilize technologies new to PT with the release of PT5.0 including activities demonstrating OSPF, IPv6, SSH, RSTP,

It is important to note that Packet Tracer was not designed to replace the use of physical equipment in a classroom. Packet Tracer is more than a network lab simulator, providing many other opportunities for instruction and learning.

PT Activity PT files word files Objectives

IPV6 RIP.pka IPV6 RIP.doc

Configuring SSH.pka Configuring SSH.doc

Configuring RSTP.pka Configuring RSTP.doc

Configuring STP Configuring_STP.pka Configuring STP.doc

Supplemental PT 5.0 activities that complement the CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration curricula are available for download from the Packet Tracer resource page, including activities demonstrating OSPF, IPv6, SSH, RSTP, Spanning Tree, VLANs, and Frame Relay.

These supplemental activities can be downloaded from the Packet Tracer resource page on Academy Connection. To access this page, log in to Academy Connection and click the Packet Tracer graphic on the left of the page, then select the appropriate download package for your needs.

Troubleshooting OSPF Frame-Relay

OSPFFR_troubleshooting.pka

OSPFFR_troubleshooting.doc

• Use various tools and show commands to troubleshoot connectivity issues.

Configuring IPv6 RIP

• Enable IPv6 Unicast Routing. • Configure IPv6 addresses. • Enable RIPng on appropirate interfaces. • Verify the IPv6 configuration.

Configuring SSH

• View the default internetwork configuration. • Enable SSH. • Interconnect using SSH.

Configuring RSTP

• View the default Layer 2 configuration.• Enable RSTP. • Configure primary and secondary root bridges.

• View the default configuration of the spanning tree protocol. • Select and enable the root bridge. • Enable portfast on ports connected directly to host devices• View how these configurations change the way in which traffic is forwarded.

EtherChannel.pka EtherChannel.doc

Port Security.pka Port Security.doc

Configuring InterVlan Routing with Multilayer Switch

Configuring InterVLAN Routing.pka

Configuring InterVLAN Routing.doc

• View the default Layer 2 configuration. • Configure the switch virtual interfaces (SVIs). • Verify inter-VLAN routing.

Configuring Frame-Relay

Configuring Frame Relay.pka

Configuring Frame Relay.doc

• View the default internetwork configuration. • Configure Frame Relay connectivity. • Configure Static and Default routing.• Verify connectivity.

Configuring Etherchannel

• View the default Layer 2 configuration. • Configure EtherChannel.

Configuring Port Security

• View the default Layer 2 configuration. • Configure port security.

MultiUser_RIP_Configuration

MU_RIP_instructor.pktMU_RIP_Peer0.pktMU_RIP_Peer1.pktMU_RIP_Peer2.pktMU_RIP_Peer3.pktMU_RIP_Peer4.pktMU_RIP_Peer5.pkt

MU_ACL_Requirements.docMU_ACL_Solution.doc

Connections to CCNA Discovery Courses Connections to CCNA Exploration Courses

Supplemental PT 5.0 activities that complement the CCNA Discovery and CCNA Exploration curricula are available for download from the Packet Tracer resource page, including activities demonstrating OSPF, IPv6, SSH, RSTP, Spanning Tree, VLANs, and Frame Relay.

These supplemental activities can be downloaded from the Packet Tracer resource page on Academy Connection. To access this page, log in to Academy Connection and click the Packet Tracer graphic on the left of the page, then select the appropriate download package for your needs.

CCNA Discovery: Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise (D3 v4.0.3.0)9.3.3 OSPF Issues

CCNA Discovery: Designing and Supporting Computer Networks (D4 v4.0.2.0)8.2.5 Troubleshooting Frame Relay Operation

CCNA Exploration: Routing Protocols and Concepts (E2 v4.0.4)11.6 OSPF Configuration Labs

CCNA Exploration: Accessing the WAN (E4 v4.0.2)3.4.3 Troubleshooting Frame Relay Configuration

CCNA Discovery: Designing and Supporting Computer Networks (D4 v4.0.2.0)6.3.3 Implementing IPv6 on a Cisco Device

CCNA Exploration: Accessing the WAN (E4 v4.0.2)7.3.9 Verifying and Troubleshooting RIPng

CCNA Discovery: Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP (D2 v4.1.3.0)9.5.3 Using Telnet to Check Upper Layer Connectivity

CCNA Exploration: LAN Switching and Wireless (E3 v4.0.2)2.4.3 Configure Telnet and SSH

CCNA Exploration: Accessing the WAN (E4 v4.0.2)4.2.4 Securing Remote Administrative Access to Routers

CCNA Discovery: Designing and Supporting Computer Networks (D4 v4.0.2.0)7.3.3 Validating Device and Topology Selection

CCNA Exploration: LAN Switching and Wireless (E3 v4.0.2)5.4 PVST+, RSTP and Rapid-PVST+

CCNA Discovery: Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise (D3 v4.0.3.0)3.2 Preventing Switching Loops

CCNA Exploration: LAN Switching and Wireless (E3 v4.0.2)5.2.5 STP Port States and BPDU Timers

CCNA Discovery: Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise (D3 v4.0.3.0)3.4.3 Inter-VLAN Routing

CCNA Exploration: LAN Switching and Wireless (E3 v4.0.2)6.4.2 Challenge Inter-VLAN Routing

CCNA Discovery: Designing and Supporting Computer Networks (D4 v4.0.2.0)8.2.4 Prototyping the WAN

CCNA Exploration: Accessing the WAN (E4 v4.0.2)3.2 Configuring Frame Relay

CCNA Exploration: LAN Switching and Wireless (E3 v4.0.2)5.1.3 Real-world Redundancy Issues

CCNA Discovery: Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP (D2 v4.1.3.0)5.5.4 Connecting the LAN Switch to the Router

CCNA Discovery: Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise (D3 v4.0.3.0)3.1.4 Switch Security

CCNA Discovery: Designing and Supporting Computer Networks (D4 v4.0.2.0)1.4.6 Security Measures

CCNA Exploration: LAN Switching and Wireless (E3 v4.0.2)2.4.6 Configuring Port Security

CCNA Discovery: Introducing Routing and Switching in the Enterprise (D3 v4.0.3.0)8.3.4 Configuring Numbered Extended ACLs

CCNA Discovery: Designing and Supporting Computer Networks (D4 v4.0.2.0)1.3.4 Traffic Filtering at the Distribution Layer

CCNA Exploration: Accessing the WAN (E4 v4.0.2)5.3.4 Configuring Extended ACLs

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CCNA Discovery Designing and Supporting Computer Networks (DCompNtwk) v4.0(2)

Chapter 1: Introducing Network Design Concepts

TLO: 1.0 Chapter Introduction

ELO: 1.0.1 Introduction

TLO: 1.1 Discovering Network Design Basics

ELO: 1.1.1 Network Design Overview

ELO: 1.1.2 The Benefits of a Hierarchical Network Design

1.1.2.4 Media Activity not applicable

ELO: 1.1.3 Network Design Methodologies

1.1.3.1 List the requirements that will affect the entire network.

1.1.3.2


TLO: 1.2 Investigating Core Layer Design Considerations

ELO: 1.2.1 What Happens at the Core Layer?

1.2.1.11.2.1.2

Explain how a hierarchical network design creates a stable, reliable, scalable network.

Explain why good network design is critical to the success of the network implementation

Explain the benefits of a Hierarchical Design Model, including scalability, reliability and stability.

The Benefits of a Hierarchical Network Design

Drag the characteristics of the hierarchical model and the Cisco Enterprise Architectures to the correct locations.

Describe the methodology used to create good network designs.

List the requirements that affect a portion of the network, either a layer or a module.

Network Design Methodologies

Determine whether each of the requirements affects the entire network or only a portion of the network.

Explain what factors need to be considered when the Access Layer of a network is designed and implemented.

Describe the function of the Network Access Layer including equipment usually installed in the wiring closets.

1.2.1.3 not applicable

ELO: 1.2.2 Network Traffic Prioritization

ELO: 1.2.3 Network Convergence

1.2.3.1


TLO: 1.3 Investigating Distribution Layer Considerations

ELO: 1.3.1 What Happens at the Distribution Layer?


ELO: 1.3.2 Limiting the Scope of Network Failure


PT Activity: Skills Practice

Comparing Mesh Topologies

Create and compare full mesh and partial mesh topologies between routers. * Compare the routing tables of a partial mesh topology with a full mesh topology* Observe the convergence of the network when an interface is shut down and brought back up* Examine the EIGRP packets in the Simulation Mode as the network converges

Describe the structure of a Star topology and the types of media used to implement and Ethernet Network at the Access Layer.

Describe the purpose of Local VLANs and explain the benefit of keeping local traffic local.


Observing Network Convergence

Use the existing topology, add a new LAN segment to observe network convergence.* Connect and configure WAN connections.* Configure EIGRP to advertise specific networks.* Observe the convergence of the network through the CLI window when an interface is shut down and brought back up.* Examine the EIGRP packets in the Simulation Mode as the network converges.

Explain what factors need to be considered when the Distribution Layer of a network is designed and implemented.

Describe the function of the Network Distribution Layer including equipment and connectivity options.


Demonstrating Distribution Layer Functions

Demonstrate the functions performed by the Distribution Layer devices.* Demonstrate the functions performed by the Distribution Layer devices.

Explain how good network design at the Distribution Layer can limit the parts of the network affected by a network failure.


Investigating Failure Domains

Turn off the devices and disable interfaces to see the resulting network failures.* Observe the flow of network traffic in different topologies.* Observe the change of flow in network traffic when a point of failure is introduced into the network.

ELO: 1.3.3 Building a Redundant Network

ELO: 1.3.4 Traffic Filtering at the Distribution Layer

1.3.4.2 Media Activity not applicable Drag the correct ACL to the appropriate statement.

1.3.4.3 Placing ACLs not applicable

1.3.4.4 Hands-on Lab Creating an ACL Lab 1.3.4.4

ELO: 1.3.5 Routing Protocols at the Distribution Layer


TLO: 1.4 Investigating Access Layer Design Considerations

ELO: 1.4.1 What Happens at the Access Layer?


ELO: 1.4.2 Network Topologies at the Access Layer

Explain how redundant links improve network reliability and stability.

Explain how ACLs filter traffic for security and traffic management.

Traffic Filtering at the Distribution Layer


Place the ACLs onto the appropriate interface in the topology. * Examine the Access Control Lists (ACLs) that are configured on the routers.* Determine the appropriate interface to apply the ACLs.* Examine the affects of the ACLs.

Create an ACL to meet the conditions specified in the lab.• Create Access Control Lists (ACLs) to filter traffic for security and traffic management.

Explain the concept of route summarization and describe how it is implemented at the Distribution Layer of the network.

Routing Protocols at the Distribution Layer

Identify the most specific summary routes to support a network design. Select the appropriate summary route from the distribution router to the core in this topology. Click the Check button to check the response to each individual question.

Describe the benefits and security implications of creating server farms.

Explain the need for server farms and how they are implemented in a network design.


Exploring Access Layer Functions

Explore different Access Layer functions. * Describe the function of the Network Access Layer including equipment usually installed in the wiring closets.

Explain how an organization’s security plan affects the design of the server farm.


ELO: 1.4.3 How VLANs Segregate and Control Network Traffic

1.4.3.2 Hands-on Lab Lab 1.4.3.2

ELO: 1.4.4 Services at the Network Edge

ELO: 1.4.5 Security at the Network Edge

1.4.5.2 Hands-on Lab Lab 1.4.5.2

ELO: 1.4.6 Security Measures

1.4.6.2 Hands-on Lab Lab 1.4.6A

1.4.6.3 Hands-on Lab Lab 1.4.6B

TLO: 1.5 Investigating Server Farms and Security

ELO: 1.5.1 What is a Server Farm?


Creating Topologies Create an access layer star topology.

Explain high availability and how it can be implemented in the design of a server farm.

Monitoring VLAN Traffic

Monitor traffic passing through a VLAN.* Observe broadcast traffic on a switch. * Create and apply VLANs to separate local traffic.* Observe broadcast traffic containment with VLANs.

Identifying Network Vulnerabilities

* Use the SANS site to quickly identify Internet security threats.* Explain how threats are organized.* List several recent security vulnerabilities.* Use the SANS links to access other security-related information.

Gaining Physical Access to the Network

Learn the risks of allowing physical access to the network by unauthorized persons.* Gain access to a router or switch with unknown login and privileged mode passwords.* Demonstrate the necessity and importance of physical security for network devices.

Implementing Switch Port Security

Implement port security to prevent unauthorized access.* Configure port security on individual FastEthernet ports on a switch.* Test and confirm the configured switch port security.

Explain what factors need to be considered when the Core Layer of a network is designed and implemented.

Describe the function of the Network Core Layer including equipment and connectivity options.


ELO: 1.5.2 Security, Firewalls, and DMZs

ELO: 1.5.3 High Availability


TLO: 1.6 Investigating Wireless Network Considerations

ELO: 1.6.1 Considerations Unique to WLAN

ELO: 1.6.2 Considerations Unique to WLAN

1.6.2.1

TLO: 1.7 Supporting WANs and Remote Workers

ELO: 1.7.1 Design Considerations at the Enterprise Edge

ELO: 1.7.2 Integrating Remote Sites Into the Network Design

1.7.2.2


ELO: 1.7.3 Redundancy and Backup Links

1.7.3.1


TLO: 1.8 Chapter Summary


Observing and Recording Server Traffic

Observe and record the way in which traffic moves to and from the servers on the network.

Explain the concept of throughput and how the Core Layer is designed to maximize throughput.

Explain the factors that make a Core Layer of the network resistant to failure.


Using Redundant Links on Server Farm Devices

Set up redundant switch links in a server farm and observe what happens when one device fails. * Determine how redundancy affects server availability.

Describe the considerations of an implementation of a wireless network design.

Describe the physical and logical LAN design considerations when adding wireless access points.

Explain the purpose of different types of antennas to increase or limit wireless coverage.

Describe the factors that affect the implementation of VPNs, including how remote workers can be supported

Explain different methods to interconnect multiple sites, including WAN and VPN options.

Explain how site-to-site and site-to-client VPNs enable secure connectivity with remote workers.

Integrating Remote Sites Into the Network Design

Select the type of WAN or VPN connectivity that is appropriate for a specific remote worker's situation. Roll over the photos to view information about that remote worker. Drag the correct connection type to the remote worker, then click Check.

Explain ways to provide redundant connectivity to remote sites.

Redundancy and Backup Links

Drag the connectivity option to the appropriate cloud for each network location.

ELO: 1.8.1 Summary

TLO: 1.9 Chapter Quiz

ELO: 1.9.1 Quiz

Equipment & Materials Needed Supported by NETLABResults of Lab to Use in FilmCompany Portfolio

L1

Karen Alderson: http://www.netdevgroup.com/ae/CCNA_Discovery_4.htm

N/A

(1) router(1) switch(2) PCs(1) Discovery server(3) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

CRP or BRPv2 podThe Discovery Server is replaced by a regular router for the HTTP, Telnet and FTP services. Therefore, the IOS must support those services.

N/A Lab not supported.

N/A Internet access to conduct research

N/A CRP or BRPv2 pod


(4) PCs with Wireshark running on 2 PCs(1) switch(4) straight-through cables(1) console cable----------------------------------------(1) switch(2) PCs running Wireshark(1) Discovery server (acting as a PC only)(1) Wireless router (acting as a PC only)

Activity that needs only a PC with Internet Access.

(1) PC(1) router(1) switch(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

(2) PCs(1) switch(1) wireless router (acting as a PC only)(1) console cable(2) straight-through cables

Instructor Notes Explanation of Instructor Notes

high level, explain the some requirements affect the entire network

Quick review of function of Access Layer (D1 and D3)

Concepts of failure domains and traffic patterns

keep this high level, let the rollover text provide the detailcost savingease of understandingKeep high level. Compare and contrast a hierarchal design model versus the flat design. Hierarchal uses a layered approach to the design process whereas flat designs provide limited options for changing just one section of the network topology

At a high level introduce the methodology used in this course:Gather requirements (RFP)Analyze requirements

high level, explain that some requirements only affect a layer or module of a network

checkbox: which items affect entire network and which affect only layer or module? (D2 3.2.1.4)

review of the Layers (very high level)Access (Application - get cisco name for this layer)DistributionCoreReview where access layer equipment usually is physically located (Network Edge)

(Similar to 3.3.4.3 PT activity from Discovery 2)

benefit of keeping local traffic local

PT 1.2.1.3 (demo)Step 1, c - Record the routes to 192.168.0.204 network on HQP and the routes to the 172.16.3.196 network.Provide a downloadable pdf with the diagram with networks labeled.Label key networks in the PT topology: 192.168.0.204 network 192.168.0.160 network 172.16.3.196 network 172.16.3.128 networkChange clock rate settings on all serial interfaces in both topologies to 2 megs (to speed the network convergence process)Change Step 2, i - "Repeat the Step 2 process in the ..."Change Step 3, i - "Repeat the Step 3 process in the ..."

advantages and disadvantages of Hub and Spoke (same as Star) including the physical and logicaladvantages and disadvantages of Mesh including the physical and logicalreview material from D3A VLAN is essentially a broadcast domain. What constitutes a broadcast domain? Why don't you want it going across your whole network?

(PT activity that allows students to monitor traffic associated with a VLAN. Researching possible PTs already created for this purpose. Patti working on possible game/PT about traffic - unicast and broadcast going across VLANs.)

PT 1.2.3.2 (create replacement PT)Create a new PT activity. Use the full mesh topology from PT 1.2.1.3 and add a router and a switch out to lower left. Have student connect new router to HQF and to BR3F.Have student configure EIGRP. Observe convergence in Realtime and Simulation.

mostly review from D3 - routers onlyE3 - how to use switches at the distribution layerredundancy at the distribution layerconnectivity (refer to Mesh)

(PT -Activity to observe how a multi-layer switching works - if PT doesn't have Layer 3 switching, then doing the aggregation, filtering and summarization with routers will work)

PT 1.3.1.3 (create replacement PT)Create a new PT activity. Provide a preconfigured network duplicating the diagram on 1.3.1.2 except use routers in the distribution layer and the core layer instead of using the multilayer switches. Use trunk links and VLANs. At least 2 VLANs in addition to VLAN 1 on each of the switches. Have EIGRP configured on the distribution and core routers and have the distribution layer routers summarize their routes to the core. Each of the 3 switches represents a different wiring closet so the VLANs are unique to each switch.ACLs on distribution routers to permit traffic on standard ports and deny one building from talking to another building (except on the phone VLAN)

limiting the size of failure domains - how does the routing and redundancy at the Distribution layer help wiring issues, protocols, switching redundancy, routing might be actually 2 pages worth of information

(PT lab that has the students introduce points of failure. (Work on this really bad description))

PT 1.3.2.2 (demo)Change labeling and naming of Ring Topology to Partial Mesh Topology throughout. You will also need to rename the switches and PCs.Change labeling and naming of Mesh Topology to Full Mesh Topology throughout. You will also need to rename the switches and PCs.Edit a sentence. In Background / Preparation section, 2nd paragraph - 3rd sentence."Note that the star topology does not have redundant links between switches."Remove and replace a sentence. In Background / Preparation section, 2nd paragraph - 4th sentence.Remove this sentence - "Since there are no switching loops all the link lights are green."Replacement sentence - "Why are all of the link lights green in this topology?"Add descriptions in the "i" of the Scenarios (0, 1, and 2).Edit Step 2, b "Switch to Realtime mode. Allow time for the network to converge (may take several minutes). How will you know the network is converged and why do you think it takes time?"Edit Step 6, b "Switch to Realtime mode. Allow time for the network to converge (may take several minutes)."

Activity - match access list with intended result

(PT - place access lists appropriately on a given topology)

1st lab using Discovery server (http & ftp services)

Describe redundancy at Layer 2 and Layer 3Describe the way that protocols (RSTP and routing protocols) react when one device goes down.Review of D3 - All of the ACL material in Chapter 1 should be review. No new material!!Review the importance of where access lists are placed in order to best accomplish their goals.

PT 1.3.4.3 (not yet completed)using the D4_PTAct_1.3.4.3_Initial.pktadd an internet linkcreate ACL for filtering inbound traffic on a routercreate ACL for filtering outbound traffic on a routerStudent will apply the ACLs to the appropriate inbound or outbound interfaces.

Review of D3 materialre-emphasize the relationship between IP addressing schemes and possible summarization. Reiterate that some routing protocols summarize by default - sometimes on classed network boundaries.

(Interactive having students highlight summarization locations and how it would occur. Series of routers showing a summarization route with students dragging it to the appropriate location.)

Review of Disco 2 and 3 material.Explain that this type of design can be complex.Explain how which can include proxy, content managers, and include other types of connectivity such as fibre channels.

(PT design of a server farm - Paper lab to go along with network that is preconfigured in PT, so that students can observe and record the way traffic to and from servers is handled. PT should represent the appropriate way to design server networks with high availability.)

PT 1.4.1.4Edit sentence. In Background / Preparation section, 1st paragraph - 1st sentence."Equipment installed at the Network Access Layer usually consists of Layer 2 switches that connect to workgroup servers, workstations, and other end user equipment."Edit sentence. In Background / Preparation section, 2nd paragraph - 1st sentence."A new office space is being created for users in the Sales and Marketing departments of an organization."Edit Step 1, a"Using the proper cable, connect the first interface on switch Access1B to the remaining interface on router Distribution1."Edit last sentence in Step 3, a"All pings should be successful, if not verify the configuration."Edit last sentence in Step 3, b"All pings should be successful, if not verify the configuration."*** In Step 3, d *** Not able to view packet simulation of the PC requesting the webpage from http://www.Discovery.com ***Edit Step 4, b"If you wanted to restrict access to the HR server, at which hierarchical network layer would you place the necessary configuration?"

Ensure the concept of risk management and assessment is clarified.Re-emphasize true network security is a combination of products services and actions.

(PT or DnD Activity having students identify where the placement of hardware and software firewalls would be applicable.)

PT 1.4.2.2 (create replacement PT)The preconfigured topology of the PT activity should be based on the access and distribution layers in the graphic of D4 1.5.1.1.The Distribution layer should contain 2 routers rather than multilayer switches. The PCs should be preconfigured and cabled to the switches. Most likely use 2 VLANs (half of the PCs in one VLAN and half in the other)The 2 routers should not be cabled or configured.Include VLAN and IP Addressing Table to the instructions window.The student will:Initially cable the topology in a star (looking just like the picture in 1.5.1.1) and configure the routers.Then add the links to make it a full-mesh topology and add the configurations.

Discuss how link failures and routing protocol failures would require the network to have redundant links to ensure high availability of information and resources.

Use Wireshark to capture data flows, both with and without VLANs configured on the switch.

http://www.sans.org/top20/http://nvd.nist.gov/

* SANS (SysAdmin, Audit, Network, Security) and the FBI have compiled their list of the SANS Top-20 Internet Security Attack Targets at http://www.sans.org/top20/.* The CVE (Common Vulnerability Exposure) name is linked to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Vulnerability Database (NVD), sponsored by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) National Cyber Security Division and US-CERT, which contains information about the vulnerability. http://nvd.nist.gov/

1. Instructor will preconfigure the router and the switch.2. http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/701/61.pdf3. The confreg program (confreg-na12.exe) is posted on Academy Connection CCNA v3.1 Tools pages. http://cisco.netacad.net/cnams/content/tools/ConfigRegister.jsp?

* The list of standard break key sequences is available at http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/701/61.pdf* The confreg program (confreg-na12.exe) is available to decode configuration register values. It can be downloaded from Academy Connection Tools. From Tools, select the CCNA Curriculum (not CCNA Discovery or CCNA Exploration), and then select any v3.1 course. Click Cisco Configuration Register Decoder to download the program. http://cisco.netacad.net/cnams/content/tools/ConfigRegister.jsp?

This lab may be performed using Packet Tracer, but some outputs may vary.

Explain that the core layer should not provide filtering of traffic (ACLs) or packet manipulation as part of the need for speed requirement.


(DnD activity or PT that covers the graphics information.)

PT 1.5.1.2 (create replacement PT)Use the new PT topology in the file, redesign_D4_PTAct_1.5.1.2.pkaPreconfigure all IP addressing on all devices and EIGRP on routersThis will be a demo PT; no configuration required by the studentsCreate scenarios for the students to use to access the various servers from the 3 PCs

Stay high level even during review- how the basic concepts are applied to the core layer.Briefly review throughput concepts as they would pertain to the core layer, effects of ACL's on throughput at the core layer and why they are not recommended. (Latency issues) Can discuss other things that affect latency such as connection type, network (DnD activity that has the students drag and drop where ACL's would be applied, fibre connections, multilayer switches in order to reinforce the need for speed topic. Keep at a high level - Review the multi-layer switch concept from D3. Discuss the

(PT activity that has the student begin with the acces and distribution layers and requires them to add in redundant devices (multiple switches) at the core layer.)

PT 1.5.3.2 (demo)The paragraph under the Objective title is not the objective.The Objective is to "Determine how redundancy affects server availability"Change each instance of "Scenario 0" in the instructions window to "Topology 1"Change each instance of "Scenario 1" in the instructions window to "Topology 2"Add labels to the PT Logical workspace to identify each (Topology 1 and Topology 2)Edit Step 1, a"Examine Topology 1."Add Step 1, d"Open PC1-A. At the command prompt, enter a command to send 100 ICMP requests to Server Web-A. The command format is ping -n 100 [ip address]"Edit Step 3, a"Examine Topology 2."Add Step 3, c"Open PC1-B. At the command prompt, enter a command to send 100 ICMP requests to Server Web-B. The command format is ping -n 100 [ip address]""Open PC2-B. At the command prompt, enter a command to send 100 ICMP requests to Server Marketing-B. The command format is ping -n 100 [ip address]"Rename switches. Change "Server1-B" to "Switch1-B"...Change Step 4, c"Spanning Tree should recalculate and automatically begins using the alternate links."

Quick review of concepts from D1, D2, and D3. Keep it high level.Describe the physical and logical requirements of WLANs.Describe the infrastructure implications of incorporating WLANs within an existing network - building designPg 1 - Discuss different types of antennnas used to increase or limit wireless coverage.

Pg 1.High level discussion on the various types of VPNs- site to site, etcHigh level review of D3 material.The Remote Access and VPN module hosts dialup access servers, remote-access VPN concentrators, and site-to-site VPN gateways. Internet connectivity is available through the Internet Connectivity module, which already provides security mechanisms

Discussion of backup links- when primary link goes down, how do we connect?Which of the following are characteristics of a Video on Demand network application?DnD activity that has the students take an existing network design/map and convert it to a more organized physical makeup. Here are the devices that are providing the access layer functions, here are the devices at the distribution layer, these devices are at the core layer. As the students apply the devices to their respective modules have a right answer and an incorrect response in a situation where the student drags the wrong device (That device belongs at the edge because…)

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Chapter 2: Gathering Network Requirements



TLO: 2.1 Introducing Cisco Lifecycle Services

ELO: 2.1.1 The Lifecycle of a Network

ELO: 2.1.2 The Network Lifecycle Prepare Phase

ELO: 2.1.3 The Network Lifecycle Plan Phase

2.1.3.2 Hands-on Lab

ELO: 2.1.4 The Network Lifecycle Design Phase


ELO: 2.1.5 The Network Lifecycle Implement Phase

2.1.5.2 Media Activity not applicable Matching exercise. Match terms to definitions.

ELO: 2.1.6 The Network Lifecycle Operate Phase

Explain how the Cisco Lifecycle Services Approach enables organizations to design, deploy and operate a network that supports the introduction of new technologies.

Explain the concept of Lifecycle Services and how it relates to network design, installation and support.

Describe what occurs during and the outcomes of the Preparation phase of the Network Lifecycle.

Describe what occurs during and the outcomes of the Planning phase of the Network Lifecycle.

Creating a Project Plan

Lab 2.1.3The FilmCompany Story

From the information provided, identify the business goals and constraints for the FilmCompany. * Describe the Plan Phase of the network lifecycle. * Create a checklist with outcomes for the Plan Phase of the network lifecycle.

Describe what occurs during and the outcomes of the Design phase of the Network Lifecycle.

The Network Lifecycle Design Phase

Identify aspects of the PPDIOO Network Lifecycle phases. For this series of questions, select the appropriate PPDIOO phase.

Describe what occurs during and the outcomes of the Implementation phase of the Network Lifecycle.

The Network Lifecycle Implement Phase

Explain what occurs during the Operate phase of the Network Lifecycle.


ELO: 2.1.7 The Network Lifecycle Optimize Phase


TLO: 2.2 Explaining the Sales Process

ELO: 2.2.1 Respond to a Customer Request for a Proposal or Quote Explain how to interact with clients and potential clients.

ELO: 2.2.2 Attend a Pre-bid Meeting

ELO: 2.2.3 Explain the Request for Proposal (RFP)

ELO: 2.2.4 Explain the Request for Quote (RFQ)


ELO: 2.2.5 Explain the Role of the Account Manager

ELO: 2.2.6 Explain the Role of the Pre-Sales System Engineer

ELO: 2.2.7 Explain the Role of the Network Designer

ELO: 2.2.8 Explain the Role of the Post-Sales Field Engineer

2.2.8.2 Media Activity not applicable Drag a role box to the appropriate activity area.

TLO: 2.3 Preparing for the Design Process

Observing Traffic Using Cisco Network Assistant

Lab 2.1.6

Use Cisco Network Assistant to observe traffic.* Explain what occurs during the Operate Phase of the network lifecycle.* Use Cisco Network Assistant to monitor the outcomes of the Operate Phase of the network lifecycle.* Establish the network baseline performance.

Explain what occurs during the Optimize phase of the Network Lifecycle.

The Network Lifecycle Optimize Phase

Determine if an action is part of the Prepare, Plan, Design, Implement, Operate, or Optimize Phase of the network lifecycle.

Explain the process of creating a network design and what information is needed before the process can begin.

Explain and diagram the Network Organizational Structure of the client organization.

Explain the importance of determining the success criteria for the network design.

Describe how to gather the information necessary to determine the requirements of the network design.

Explain the Request for Quote (RFQ)

Identify sections and components in an RFQ. Drag the characteristics on the right to the matching part of a RFQ.

Explain the Role of the Post-Sales Field Engineer

Identify business goals, technical requirements and constraints of the organization to determine the scope of the project.

ELO: 2.3.1 Working with the Customer

ELO: 2.3.2 Defining the Customer


ELO: 2.3.3 Identifying Business Goals and Priorities


TLO: 2.4 Identifying Technical Requirements and Constraints

ELO: 2.4.1 Defining Technical Requirements


ELO: 2.4.2 Identifying Contraints

Identify and document the business goals that affect the network design, including how the network design will help the business or organization to be more successful.

Identify and document the technical requirements of the network, including scalability, availability, performance and security.

Creating a Network Organization Structure


Create a network organization structure of the FilmCompany. Include all stakeholders in the structure - internal network users, IT organizations, external customers, suppliers, and partners.* Explain and diagram the structure of the customer organization.

Identify the constraints that affect the network design, including cost, schedule, and resource constraints.

Prioritizing Business Goals


To ensure that the information gathered is accurate, create a checklist of the business goals of the FilmCompany. * Determine and prioritize the project business goals.

Explain the purpose of a Service Level Agreement (SLA) and the necessary management and monitoring to ensure compliance.

Explain the purpose of a service level agreement and what information it contains.

Establishing Technical Requirements

Lab 2.4.1The FilmCompany StoryProject Prioritized Business Goals Checklist from Lab 2.3.3

Use the FilmCompany business goals to create and prioritize the technical requirements for the network.• Identify and document the technical requirements.

Describe methods of monitoring network performance to ensure that the service level agreement is met.


TLO: 2.5 Identifying Manageability Design Considerations Explain design considerations for manageability.

ELO: 2.5.1 Using the Top Down Design Approach

ELO: 2.5.2 Monitoring Network Operations

2.5.2.3 Hands-on Lab Lab 2.5.2

ELO: 2.5.3 Tools for Network Monitoring



ELO: 2.6.1 Summary

ELO: 2.6.2 Critical Thinking

2.6.2.1


ELO: 2.7.1 Quiz

Identifying Organizational Constraints


Identify the constraints for the FilmCompany network project.* Identify the constraints that affect the network design, including cost, schedule, and resource constraints.

Monitoring Network Performance

Use a software program to monitor network performance.* Describe methods of monitoring network performance to ensure that the network design is working appropriately.

Investigating Network Monitoring Software

Investigate the capabilities and reports available in network monitoring software.* Describe how network monitoring tools can be used to page or send email to on-call technicians.

Critical Thinking Activity

Use the information contained in the scenario to answer the four questions shown on the question tab.

Equipment & Materials Needed

* Project Plan Checklist

Results of Lab to Use in FilmCompany Portfolio

Supported by NETLAB

word processing softwarethe document, “Lab Case Study: The FilmCompany”

Activity that needs only a PC.

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(1) router(2) switches(1) PC with Cisco Network Assistant installed(2) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable--------the topology diagram in this lab shows a 2nd PC and the Discovery Server but these are not used

Word processing software

* Project Prioritized Business Goals Checklist

* Network User Structure* Network Organization Diagram


the sample interview in the FilmCompany case study documentWord processing software


* Project Prioritized Technical Requirements Checklist

the FilmCompany case study document and checklists developed in previous labsWord processing software


* Project Constraints Checklist


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the FilmCompany case study documentWord processing software


(1) router(2) switches(2) PCs with Cisco Network Assistant installed on one PC(1) Discovery server to provide representative application data traffic(4) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable

* research the possible range of networking utility programs that use SNMP to monitor network performance* word processing software* Plixer Denika v7 (http://www.plixer.com/products/denika.php)



page 2.0.1.2A jira ticket should have already been created by Ken Stewart on the following issue:

Explain to students the importance of having a plan when designing a network. Without planning you are setting up to fail The more work you do in the planning and design phases the better the implement and operate phases go.

this is the text from the graphic so don't use as is: PrepareBusiness agility starts with preparation: anticipating the broad vision, requirements, and technologies needed to build and sustain a competitive advantage. In the prepare phase, a company determines a business case and financial rationale to support the Explain the need for gathering information from the client organization. To inlcude information on the existing network, facilities, and system support. (Organizational and Technical goals)

Each student will complete an individually compiled Project Plan Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to begin to develop a network project plan.* Students may perform this lab individually or in small groups. Although the lab may be delivered as an instructor-led exercise, it is important to ensure that each student gives careful consideration to the issues and develops an understanding of the network design process themselves. Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled Project Plan Checklist document.* The completed checklists and documents should become part of the FilmCompany portfolio that the student will continue to build throughout the rest of the course. Instructors will need to monitor the progress of this project for the rest of this course. Instructors should recommend that students keep their documents in a portfolio.

Explain the importance of identifying business and technical requirements- availability, reliability, security, scalability, and performance.

Similar activity in D2 3.2.1.4Tied in to the Film Company Case Study- pen and paper lab. The objective would be to identify the phases (related to the FC Case Study) and create a checklist that IS specific to the FC Case Study.. Technology, operations, and training targets of the FC Case Study should be detailed.Explain what occurs during the implementation phase- scheduling and integrating. How is this implemented without disrupting or minimized disrupting an existing network. While putting in the new equipment we do not interfere with current business operations.

Explain that during the operation phase the network is constantly monitored and checked for errors. This is where the network baselines are established.

1. 1st lab using Cisco Network Assistant2. The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.

* This lab introduces Cisco Network Assistant as a tool to monitor the operation of a working network. A more detailed consideration of using Cisco Network Assistant to monitor the performance of a network is given in Lab 2.5.2.* Cisco Network Assistant is available for download from the Classroom Setup Tab on the Academy Connection Tools page. It can also be downloaded from http://www.cisco.com. A valid Cisco.com Registration (CCO) is required to access the download site. The registration process is explained in Task1 of Chapter 3 Lab 3.2.3 where students create their own account.* This lab uses Discovery Server as a representative source of application data traffic.* The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.Explain that even if the design works, but does not meet

specifications of the success criteria then a redesign might be required.

Review D2, chapter 1, 2 and 3. Yes, you are combining three chapters into a single screen. Explain to the students the importance of identifying all components of the organization network structure. Address internal network users, IT organizations, External customers, suppliers and partners. Stakeholders.Tie this into the Stadium Case Study. Explain that establishing the project goals will assist in determining if a project has been completed successfully- Example: The goal is to reduce the network load by 50%. Milestones to accomplish that goal can be to

Tie into Stadium Case Study. Explain that determining the business goals must be done before technical goals are determined. Explain that the organizational chart is a valuable part of the process- Rationale is that the organizational chart includes all stakeholders associated with a project. Each stakeholder must be identified so that technical goals can be determined from all Lab Case Study- using the Film Company case study have the students analyze the Film Company project and determine the business goals and technical requirement of the organization.Create checklists of the information.

Explain that the Total Cost of Ownership requires identifying current and future costs associated with a project, device, or application. Examples: Training staff, maintenance costs, upgrades/updates.Explain that organizational constraints can affect the priority of organizational goals. Example: Budget will significantly impact purchasing some types of hardware/applications.Explain the common technical requirements and that these requirements are determined based on the business goals and constraints previously identified.Explain that when presenting network performance informtion to the client that the audience should be taken into consideration. The use of technical jargon may not always be appropriate.

Each student will complete individually compiled network user structure document and network organization diagram document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a network organization structure document for the FilmCompany case study. Create a network organization structure of the FilmCompany. Include all stakeholders in the structure - internal network users, IT organizations, external customers, suppliers, and partners.* Students may perform this lab individually or in small groups. Although the lab may be delivered as an instructor-led exercise, it is important to ensure that each student gives careful consideration to the issues and develops an understanding of the network design process themselves. Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete individually compiled documents.* The completed documents should become part of the FilmCompany portfolio that the student will continue to build throughout the rest of the course.

Tie into Stadium Case Study. Explain that assessing organizational goals, it is important to analyze any organizational constraints that might affect the network design.Explain typical constraints that affect organizations- Examples: Budget, perssonnel, policies, and scheduling. *Note* Emphasize that the effects of each can significantly alter the design process.

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Prioritized Business Goals Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a business goals and priority checklist document for the FilmCompany case study.* Students may perform this lab individually or in small groups. Although the lab may be delivered as an instructor-led exercise, it is important to ensure that each student gives careful consideration to the issues and develops an understanding of the network design process themselves. Class group discussions will clarify different perceptions and interpretations of the case study information. Emphasize to students that not all information is clearly expressed or known by a customer; good communications skills are often necessary to gather all the relevant details.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled business goals and priority checklist document.* The completed documents should become part of the FilmCompany portfolio that the student will continue to build throughout the rest of the course.

Keep it high level- Review the parts of a typical SLA which include:Service Description, Costs, Tracking and Reporting, Problem Management, Security, Termination, Penalties for Service Outages

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Prioritized Technical Requirements Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a technical requirements checklist document for the FilmCompany case study.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled technical requirements checklist document.* The completed document should be added to the student's FilmCompany portfolio.* In establishing the technical requirements of the network upgrade it is important that students use the FilmCompany business goals and priorities as the reference. Recommending a technical requirement that does not facilitate the achievement of a business goal is not how business is done. Although the network designer (student in this case) may see a particular network technology or service as useful, if it does not fit the business case driving the upgrade project, it does not provide any commercial outcomes for the company; i.e., it is wasted expenditure.

Pg 1 - Explain that network management helps manage configuration changes in the network and determine faults and performance levels; it also provides security and accounting management for both individual and group usage of network

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Constraints Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a checklist of project constraints for the FilmCompany case study.* Use a classroom brainstorming session to identify the constraints and relate them to the prioritized case studybusiness goals. Students may then compile the checklist individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled project constraints checklist document.* The completed document should be added to the student's FilmCompany portfolio.

1. 2nd lab using Cisco Network Assistant2. The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.

* Cisco Network Assistant is available for download from the Classroom Setup Tab on the Academy Connection Tools page. It can also be downloaded from http://www.cisco.com. A valid Cisco.com Registration (CCO) is required to access the download site. The registration process is explained in Task1 of Chapter 3 Lab 3.2.3 where students create their own account.* This lab uses Discovery Server as a representative source of application data traffic.* The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/cisintwk/ito_doc/snmp.htmhttp://www.protocols.com/pbook/tcpip9.htm#SNMPhttp://www.plixer.com/products/denika.php

* Students are to research and examine the features of SNMP-based network monitoring software.* If Academy lab resources are sufficient, a sample program can be downloaded and demonstrated to students to enhance their learning; however, this program is not a formal part of this lab.* This lab refers to Plixer Denika v7 (http://www.plixer.com/products/denika.php) as an example program that provides monitoring and notification functions but this does not exclude other such programs being researched, referred to, or used.

(DnD activity that has the students drag and drop where ACL's would be applied, fibre connections, multilayer switches in order to reinforce the need for speed topic.

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Chapter 3: Characterizing the Existing Network



TLO: 3.1 Documenting the Existing Network

ELO: 3.1.1 Creating a Network Diagram

3.1.1.4 Media Activity Creating a Network Diagram


ELO: 3.1.2 Diagramming the Logical Architecture


ELO: 3.1.3 Developing a Modular Diagram

3.1.3.1


Diagram a physical network and document an existing network.

Use router and switch commands to obtain information about an existing network.

You are connected to a Cisco 1841 router using HyperTerminal. The show cdp neighbors detail command has been issued to view the surrounding devices. Use the command's output to answer the following questions.


Investigating Existing Network Devices

Use router and switch commands to investigate the existing network devices.* Use router and switch commands to obtain information about an existing network.

Create a logical network map showing existing addressing, routing and network segmentation.

Creating a Logical Network Diagram

Use Cisco Network Assistant and Cisco IOS commands to create a logical network diagram of the FilmCompany network.* Use router and switch commands to obtain information about an existing network.* Use Cisco Network Assistant to obtain information about an existing network.* Develop a logical network diagram.

Use a logical network diagram of the existing network to create a modularized view of the network.


Creating Modular Block Diagrams

Create a modular block diagram of an existing network to help identify weaknesses in the design.* Use a logical network diagram of the existing network to create a modularized view of the network.

ELO: 3.1.4 Strengths and Weaknesses of the Existing Network


TLO: 3.2 Updating the Existing Cisco IOS

ELO: 3.2.1 Cisco CCO Features and Navigation

ELO: 3.2.2 Investigating the Installed Cisco IOS Software


ELO: 3.2.3 Choosing an Appropriate Cisco IOS Image


ELO: 3.2.4 Download and Install Cisco IOS Software

3.2.4.1

3.2.4.2 Explain the router boot-up process.

Identify and document the strengths and weaknesses of the existing network.


Determining Network Strengths and Weaknesses

Investigate the existing network and develop a list of strengths and weaknesses.* Identify and document the strengths and weaknesses of the existing network.

Use CCO to determine the appropriate IOS version to support network requirements and download and install the appropriate IOS.

Explain the features and use of the Cisco.com web site in order to upgrade or update a Cisco device.

Use IOS show commands to determine the version and capabilities of the installed IOS.

Using show version to Create an Inventory List

Use show version to fill out an inventory sheet for a Cisco switch and router.* Use IOS show commands to determine the version and capabilities of an installed IOS.* Use Cisco.com website tools to determine the features and capabilities of an IOS.

Select the correct IOS using the CCO IOS Feature Navigator.

Using Feature Navigator

Use Feature Navigator to select the correct Cisco IOS software for the FilmCompany network, and check that the device has enough DRAM and flash memory to support it.* Set up a Cisco.com Guest registration.* Select the IOS images using the Cisco.com Feature Navigator.

Download the correct IOS and transfer the file to the Cisco router or switch.



ELO: 3.2.5 The Router Startup Process


TLO: 3.3 Upgrading Existing Hardware

ELO: 3.3.1 Investigating Installed Hardware Features

ELO: 3.3.2 Investigating Appropriate Hardware Options



ELO: 3.3.3 Installing a New Hardware Option


Installing Cisco IOS Software

Download the correct Cisco IOS and transfer the file to the Cisco router or switch using a TFTP server.* Verify the IOS image currently installed on the router.* Transfer a new IOS image to the Cisco router.* Verify that the new image is installed on the Cisco router.* Specify an image boot order on the router.* Verify that the proper image is loaded when the router reboots.

Installing a Cisco IOS Software Image

Prepare a router to receive a new Cisco IOS and transfer the IOS to the router from a TFTP server.* Download the correct IOS and transfer the file to the Cisco router.* Use TFTP to save and restore a Cisco IOS image.

Observing the Router Startup Process

Observe the startup process on an 1841 router.* Identify and explain the stages of the router startup process.

Use CCO to determine the appropriate hardware features and install the upgrades using safe practices and procedures.

Use IOS show commands to determine the installed hardware features and capabilities on a Cisco device.

Determine the correct hardware options available on a specific Cisco device.

Investigating Appropriate Hardware Options

To support voice, video, and data traffic on a new network, the designer has listed the possible technologies and media. Drag the Connection on the right side of the screen to the appropriate Technology/Media type on the left.

Determining Router Hardware Options

Investigate the hardware options available on the 1841 Integrated Services Router.* Determine the correct hardware options available on specific Cisco device.* Determine which hardware options on a specific Cisco device are scalable.

Describe the process to install a new hardware option on a Cisco router or switch.


TLO: 3.4 Performing a Wireless Site Survey Perform a wireless site survey.

ELO: 3.4.1 Visiting the Customer Site


ELO: 3.4.2 Physical Network Considerations


ELO: 3.4.3 Wireless Site Survey and Planning Use available tools to perform a wireless site survey.



3.4.3.5 Game

TLO: 3.5 Documenting Network Design Requirements Organize collected data into a new network design.


Installing Option Modules on a Router

Add an option interface card to an 1841 router and observe the router startup and new interface designations.* Familiarize yourself with the 1841 and 2811 routers and the various interface modules available for installation. * Observe the changes in the number and designation of the various interfaces depending on where they are installed in the router.

Explain the process of setting up a customer site visit and perform a professional site survey

Preparing for a Site Survey

Set up an appointment to perform a wireless site survey.* Explain the process of setting up a customer site visit.* Prepare to conduct a professional site visit.

Describe the important information to obtain about the physical environment for the wireless network that will affect the new design.

Physical Network Considerations

Some of the scenarios below can reduce wireless LAN coverage and usage in the stadium. Some of the scenarios cannot. Mark each scenario appropriately.


Placing Wireless Access Points

Using a diagram that includes a floor plan of the FilmCompany, place APs at different locations.* Use available tools to perform a wireless site survey.

Performing a Wireless Site Survey

Perform a wireless site survey using an AP and the wireless NIC.* Use available tools to perform a wireless site survey.

Wireless Site Survey and Planning

Click the Play button to launch a new browser window containing the Cisco Wireless Explorer game.

ELO: 3.5.1 Creating a Network Design Requirements Document

ELO: 3.5.2 Overall Project Goal Identify and record goals of the new network design.


ELO: 3.5.3 Project Scope Identify and record the scope of the new project.

3.5.3.2 Media Activity Project Scope not applicable


ELO: 3.5.4 Business Goals and Technical Requirements



ELO: 3.5.5 Existing Network Characterization


Explain what is contained in a design requirement document.

Creating an Overall Project Goal


Create an overall project goal statement for the FilmCompany.* Identify and record the goals of a new network design project.

Determine which item is a valid inclusion for a Project Scope for each network upgrade scenario. Click in the Valid or Not Valid box for each item. Company ABC wants to improve the physical security of the IT department.

Creating a Scope Statement

Lab 3.5.3The FilmCompany StoryProject Goal Statement from Lab 3.5.2

Create a scope statement for the FilmCompany.* Identify and record the scope of a new network design project.

Identify and record the new business goals and technical requirements.

Business Goals and Technical Requirements

Match the stated business goals to the technical requirements.

Developing Network Requirements

Lab 3.5.4The FilmCompany StoryProject Goal Statement from Lab 3.5.2Project Scope from Lab 3.5.3

Develop a Network Requirements section for the FilmCompany Design Requirements document.* Identify and record the new business and technical requirements of a new network design project.* Develop network requirements.

Characterize the current network in relation to the identified business goals and technical requirements

Existing Network Characterization

Match the network weaknesses with possible improvement strategies.



ELO: 3.6.1 Summary


ELO: 3.7.1 Quiz

Analyzing an Existing Network

Lab 3.5.5The FilmCompany StoryProject Goal Statement from Lab 3.5.2Project Scope from Lab 3.5.3Network Requirements from Lab 3.5.4

Analyze the existing FilmCompany network in relation to its business goals and technical requirements.* Characterize the current network in relation to the identified business and technical requirements of a new network design project.

Equipment & Materials NeededResults of Lab to Use in FilmCompany Portfolio

Supported by NETLAB

* Network Device Tables* Network Topology Diagram

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* Router Features and Expansion Options CRP or BRPv2 pod

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(1) PC(1) router(1) console cable

(1) PC(1) router(1) console cableInternet access to conduct research on Cisco.com

* Site Visit Plan Word processing software

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(1) PC(1) wireless routerNetwork Stumbler software http://www.netstumbler.com/downloads

Word processing software* Project Goal Statement of the Design Requirements document


* Project Scope of the Design Requirements document

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* Network Requirements of the Design Requirements document

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* Current Network document Word processing software Activity that needs only a PC.


Instructor note:This is best performed as a team activity or class activity.In order to begin characterizing the existing network, it is necessary to find out how that network is organized and what types of services it provides. One of the first things that a network designer does is create a network map, illustrating the topology of Labs for all of the various commands – also a show CDP neighborsActivities include a PT activity of a fairly large (maybe 10 -12 network devices) for students to "investigate" in order to create a logical network diagram that shows links, IP addresses, VLAN configurations, and routing information. Create an inventory list of installed equipment, memory and hardware options.Lab: Case study activity to obtain information about the installed network in the Film Company. The commands - including show run, show tech-support, show ip route - enable the student to collect information to include on a logical diagram, as well as an inventory sheet.

In order to begin characterizing the existing network, it is necessary to find out how that network is organized and what types of services it provides. One of the first things that a network designer does is create a network map, illustrating the topology of the installed network. By using router and switch commands, the presale support technician can learn the logical topology and addressing scheme, as well as create an inventory sheet of installed equipment.Note that not all networks have up to date documentation, and it is important for the designer to confirm the network hardware and configurations before making assumptions about the existing network.

PT 3.1.1.5Change all variations of the word, "interrogate" to "investigate" or "examine"This PT activity requires an answer key for the instructors to reference.Once the information is gathered about the network, it is

necessary to actually create a logical diagram to work from for the new design. In this topic, work through the Stadium Network to produce the diagram. Discuss the way the networking company

1. 3rd lab using Cisco Network Assistant2. The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.3. Each student will complete the Network Device Tables and the Network Topology Diagram and add them to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Cisco Network Assistant is available for download from the Classroom Setup Tab on the Academy Connection Tools page. It can also be downloaded from http://www.cisco.com.* This lab requires a precabled and preconfigured network using the topology and configurations shown in the Appendix of this Instructor Version of the lab. Ideally, students should have physical access only to the designated "Administrator" PC. This will ensure that the only information they can obtain is by using the Cisco IOS commands and Cisco Network Assistant.* Students may opt to use Packet Tracer to document the Network Topology Diagram.* The completed network Device Tables and Topology Diagrams should be added to the student's FilmCompany case study portfolio for use in later labs.

The neworking company will take the logical and physical representations of the network and organize them into modules similar to the Enterprise composite model. The company will find out that the existing network is really a 2-layer network with

Students will use PT to simulate the existing Film company network design, and then organize the existing network into modules. The problems in the existing network design will be similar to the those the networking company finds at the stadium: no centralized control or security for access to servers, no filtering or segmenting of traffic, inadequate bandwidth, no redundancy, single large failure domain.

PT 3.1.3.2This PT activity requires an answer key for the instructors to reference.

Use the stadium network example to detail things to look for in the existing network, like cable plant, data center facilities, existing equipment conditions, bandwidth, security (both physical and logical)In addition to the lack of a modularized network design, the stadium network has other characteristics that have to be categorized as either strengths or weaknesses. One of the first things that the network company notes is that the video, voice and data networks are separate and do not share facilities or infrastructure. The network company finds that on the plus side, the stadium has a good wiring infrastructure in place, a generator and excellent air conditioned space to provide room for an adequate data center. They also determine that the switches being used in the network are recently purchased (use 2950s and 2960s) and may be able to be reused in the new design.Other known weaknesses include the fact that the network has no routing or filtering, poor WAN connectivity (only using VPN over the Internet to connect to critical systems), and inadequate bandwidth to the Internet.

PT 3.1.4.3Change all variations of the word, "interrogate" to "investigate" or "examine"This PT activity requires an answer key for the instructors to reference.

In Chapter 2 the students register for a CCO account. In this ELO, the students will be shown how to use CCO to find information about which IOS and hardware features are available for any piece of Cisco equipment.Lab: Navigate CCO to find features available for a Cisco 1841 router - the 1841 will be the router installed at both the stadium and the film company in the intitial networks.Stress the fact that networks are not just install and go….that they need to be kept updated and upgraded if they are to perform adequately. In the Stadium network, this has not been the case. The network designer needs to know what the capabilities are to

http://www.cisco.com After recording details of the router and switch, students are to use the software and feature search tools on Cisco.com.

In the previous ELO, one of the identified strengths of the existing network was that the equipment was newer, and might be able to be upgraded. The text should step the student through how to find out what the latest IOS is for a specific piece of equipment, and how to do the upgrade. Reminder about smartnet and IOS licenses.

Feature Navigatorhttp://www.cisco.com/go/cfn

Students create individual Cisco.com Guest registration. NOTE: Duplicateregistrations are discouraged; therefore, if a student has a current Cisco.com registration, please have that student omit Task 1.Each student needs to have the following details available:• Working email address• Full location address details (academy or home)• Telephone number• Job role information if employed

this section is preparation for the actual upgrade. Note that the equipment will be off-line for the period of time it takes to the update. Remind the student of the need to schedule this during off-hours. Discuss using a TFTP server or other methods to Page 2 - the router boot up process, in order to test that the IOS is correctly installed and working.

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Pg 2 PT from E1 11.5.2.1 configuration of a tftp server

PT 3.2.4.4Rewrite Step 2, b"Enter the following command to test the connectivity between the router and the tftp server: Router#ping 192.168.1.10Note that the first ping may fail, if so repeat the ping. If the problem still persist, it will be necessary to troubleshoot the problem."Rewrite Step 2, c"On an actual network before beginning this upgrade you would copy the existing IOS file to the TFTP server as a backup copy in case of problems."Rewrite Step 2, d"Enter the following command to begin the process of transferring the new IOS image to the router: Router#copy tftp flash"Rewrite question B under Reflection (in the Instructions window of the PT activity)"b. What are two other locations that a router will look to obtain an IOS if it cannot locate one in flash?"

Downloading IOS software from www.cisco.com usually requires a Cisco.com maintenance contract account. It is not appropriate that this be performed by students in the lab.

Ideally this lab should have students:(1) Download a specified Cisco IOS software file from www.cisco.com.(2) Set up a local TFTP server.(3) Upload the appropriate IOS file to the flash memory of a Cisco router and switch.

The confreg program (confreg-na12.exe) is posted on Academy Connection CCNA v3.1 Tools pages. http://cisco.netacad.net/cnams/content/tools/ConfigRegister.jsp?

The student is to observe and record information about a specific device learned through observing the boot process to determine what happens at each step of the startup process.this is review

If it is necessary to use existing hardware in the stadium requirements, it will be helpful to the designer to know what upgrades can be performed on the existing devices to bring them up to the current configurations. This includes high speed modules, memory and flash, and other available hardware options (such as rack mount kits). Describe how to use CCO to determine what options are available using the 1841 router as an example.Describe the function of the different types of modules, WICs, GBICs, etc.To determine what is installed in an existing piece of equipment, it is sometimes necessary to actually view the device. You can get a lot of information from the device remotely, using show version, show interface, etc.

In this topic, our network designer needs to be able to find out which hardware options are available for a specific piece of currently installed equipment. In the context of adding frame relay to an 1841 router that previously supported a connection to a dsl

http://www.cisco.comEach student will complete individually compiled Router Features and Expansion Options document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

The student is to record and assess the features of the router that are expandable and scalable. This information will be referred to later in the Planning and Design phases of the case study.

Review of safety practices when installing components into a networking device. Information should be similar to what is in D1 chapter 1, where PC component installation is covered.

Actually do it, if possible. If not – PT to add options to the 1841s.

PT 3.3.3.2add a second objective: "Observe the changes in the number and designation of the various interfaces depending on where they are installed in the router."Rewrite Step 1 (a, b, c)a. Place an 1841 router on the Logical Workspace.b. Execute the show run command and view default hardware settings. c. Note there are 2 FastEthernet interfaces and 1 VLAN interface. What are the interface designations?Rewrite Step 2, b"Add the HWIC-4ESW module to Slot 1."Rewrite Step 2, d"Execute the show run command and view the hardware settings. What are the interface designations?"Rewrite Step 3 (a - f)"Step 3: Move module to other module bay""a. Power off the router.""b. Move the HWIC-4ESW module to Slot 0." "c. Power on the router.""d. Execute the show run command and view the hardware settings. What are the interface designations?"Add Step 4 (a, b)"Step 4: Examine the 2811 router and the default hardware""a. Execute the show run command and view default hardware settings.""b. Note the interfaces and their designations."Add Step 5 (a - d)"Step 5: Add additional modules""a. Power off the router.""b. Move the HWIC-4ESW module to Slot 2.""c. Power on the router.""d. Execute the show run command and view the hardware settings. What are the interface designations?"Add Step 6 (a - d)"Step 6: Move module to other module bay""a. Power off the router.""b. Move the HWIC-4ESW module to Slot 3." "c. Power on the router.""d. Execute the show run command and view the hardware settings. What are the interface designations?"Add to Reflection, question b"b. What would happen to your existing configuration if you move a module from Slot 1 to Slot 2?"

wireless surveys tend to be a bit invasive. It is often necessary to enter offices and enclosed spaces to test connectivity. Need to discuss how to set up the visit and best practices to perform the survey in a professional manner.

Each student will complete individually compiled Site Visit Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a site visit checklist or planning document.* The emphasis is on preplanning a site visit and developing the need for a professional approach. Such visits may be as much about the customer noting the behavior of the network design team as it is about the design team collecting network information.* Students may perform some steps of this lab individually, but small group role-play or discussion is required for other steps.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled written document planning a site visit to the FilmCompany network facilities.

Focus this topic on the physical structure of the stadium. How different materials and environments affect the coverage of various wireless devices and standards. Relate this information to the choice of antenna for the wireless access points.

Check box: table with different materials and environments and check boxes under what the possible affect it would have on the wireless signal.

Describe the process of performing a site survey and the Cisco methodology. Could be in the Academy wireless course already. (FWL - Patti has)

PT 3.4.3.3title of PT activity should be "Determining Wireless Coverage"Needed - Printable pdf handoutAdd Step 3, c"What types of problems would you encounter when you have overlapping coverage of access points using the same channel?"

1. Preconfigure the wireless Access Point.2. http://www.netstumbler.com

* Instructors should preconfigure the wireless Access Point.* The purpose of this lab is for the student to view wireless signal degradation as a wireless router is moved to different locations.* If a wireless laptop is available, it can be used to show signal strength when moving out of the room and when walls come between the laptop and the router.

Interactive Game: FWL course 10.2.2Wireless Explorer game (Rick Lehtinen)

Section 3.5 requires in-depth work with the case study and with the material that the students have practiced up to this point in the course.Per our case study, we will have both businessgoals and technical requirements that match what the students have been presented with earlier in the course. The student will be presented with a filled in checklist based on a similar case study to what they will

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Goal Statement and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a Design Requirements document.* Students are to develop an overall Project Goal statement.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups, or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled an overall Project Goal statement.

Author Notes: Evaluation of different proposed changes to determine how much and how the network is affected. Use examples that affect the whole network (changing and re-aligning distribution layer network to create distinct server farms and

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Scope document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a Design Requirements document.* Students are to develop an overall Project Scope document.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups, or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled an overall Project Scope document.

Again, this is completing pre-identified checklists or forms that match what is in the CCDA. We will use a corresponding case study to the one that students have for labs.

Each student will complete individually compiled Network Requirements document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a Design Requirements document.* Students are to develop a Network Requirements document.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups, or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled Network Requirements document.

This topic really is the big one for this chapter. It should take into account all of the material presented so far. Need to make sure that both the example case study and the lab case study have a fair amount of both good and bad network characteristics.

Each student will complete individually compiled Current Network document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a Design Requirements document.* Students are to analyze the current network in relation to the identified business and technical requirements of a new network design project.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups, or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled written analysis of the current FilmCompany network.

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Chapter 4: Identifying Application Impacts on Network Design



TLO: 4.1 Characterizing Network Applications

ELO: 4.1.1 The Importance of Application Performance

ELO: 4.1.2 Characteristics of Different Application Categories


ELO: 4.1.3 How Traffic Flow Affects Network Design


ELO: 4.1.4 How Application Characteristics Affect Network Design

4.1.4.2 Media Activity

TLO: 4.2 Explaining Common Network Applications

ELO: 4.2.1 Transaction Processing

4.2.1.4

ELO: 4.2.2 Real-Time Streaming and Voice

Explain how applications and traffic flow can affect the network design

Explain what application performance is and how it can be measured.

Describe the characteristics of different categories of applications.

Characterizing Network Applications

Use NetFlow to characterize the network applications being used on a network.* Configure NetFlow to observe how the traffic flows.

Explain the difference between internal and external traffic flows and how they affect the design of the network.

How Traffic Flow Affects Network Design

Identify internal and external traffic. Drag the traffic to the appropriate traffic type.

Describe the different ways that a network design can affect how applications perform.

How Application Characteristics Affect Network Design

Which of the following communications are considered the main types of application communications?

Identify and describe various applications and explain the impact of applications on network design

Identify and describe the network requirements to support transaction processing applications.

Identify and describe the network requirements to support real-time streaming applications.

ELO: 4.2.3 File Transfer and Email


ELO: 4.2.4 HTTP and Web Traffic

ELO: 4.2.5 Microsoft Domain Services


TLO: 4.3 Introducing Quality of Service (QoS)

ELO: 4.3.1 What Is Quality of Service and Why Is It Needed?

ELO: 4.3.2 Traffic Queues

ELO: 4.3.3 Priorities and Traffic Management Explain how to set priorities to manage traffic.

4.3.3.3 Hands-on Lab Prioritizing Traffic

ELO: 4.3.4 Where Can QoS Be Implemented?

Identify and describe the network requirements to support file transfer and email applications.

Analyzing Network Traffic

Analyze network traffic using NBAR.* Identify and describe the network requirements to support file transfer and email applications.

Identify and describe the network requirements to support http and web traffic.

Identify and describe the network requirements to support Microsoft Domain Services.

Microsoft Domain Services

The network administrator receives a call from the help desk. None of the network users at the stadium can currently login to the local Microsoft Domain nor access information on their shared network drives. The network administrator makes a list of possible causes for this problem. Click and drag the correct possible causes to the network administrator's list.

Explain how Quality of Service is implemented on the LAN/WAN.

Describe what Quality of Service is and why it is needed in a network.

Explain what traffic queues are, how they are used, and how Quality of Service uses them.

Lab 4.3.3The StadiumCompany Story

Rank traffic based on given scenarios specific to the stadium case study.* Explain where QoS can be implemented to affect traffic flow.

Explain where QoS can be implemented to affect traffic flow.


TLO: 4.4 Examining Voice and Video Options

ELO: 4.4.1 Converged Network Considerations

ELO: 4.4.2 Requirements of an IP Telephony Solution


ELO: 4.4.3 Video - Live and On-Demand


ELO: 4.4.4 Supporting Remote Workers with Voice and Video

4.4.4.2


TLO: 4.5 Documenting Applications and Traffic Flows

ELO: 4.5.1 What Is a Traffic Flow? Describe what is meant by application traffic flows.

Exploring Network QoS

Set up a Priority Queue to mark packets. Use NetFlow to view packet markings. Create a list of possible areas for QoS and redundancy inclusion. * Explain where QoS can be implemented to affect traffic flow.

Explain the options for supporting voice and video traffic on the network.

Identify and explain the network design implications of converged networking.

Identify and explain the network design implications of IP telephones

Requirements of an IP Telephony Solution

Identify the features of traditional telephone systems, VoIP systems, and IP telephony systems.

Explain the difference between live video and video-on-demand and the implications of each on network design.

Video - Live and On-Demand

Choose which scenarios are VoD and which are streaming video.

Explain how remote workers can use voice and video capabilities and how it impacts the network design.

Investigating Video Traffic Impact on a Network

Investigate the impact of multicast streaming video traffic on a network. * Explain how voice and video traffic impacts the network design.

Document the network requirements of specific categories of applications and diagram the application traffic flows through the network.


ELO: 4.5.2 Diagramming Internal (Intranet) Traffic Flows


ELO: 4.5.3 Diagramming Traffic Flows To and From Remote Sites

4.5.3.1.


ELO: 4.5.4 Diagramming External Traffic Flows


ELO: 4.5.5 Diagramming Extranet Traffic Flows

4.5.5.1.

Identify Traffic Flows

Identify the traffic flows for the FilmCompany. Use NetFlow to identify the applications and the destination of traffic.* Describe what is meant by application traffic flows.

Diagram the flow of traffic to and from hosts and servers within the LAN.

Diagramming Intranet Traffic Flows

Using NetFlow, diagram the flow of traffic from host to host and host to server within a LAN segment of the FilmCompany.* Diagram the flow of traffic to and from hosts and servers within the LAN.

Diagram the flow of traffic to and from Remote sites, including VPN traffic.

Diagramming Traffic Flows to and from Remote Sites

Using NetFlow, diagram the flow of traffic to and from remote sites of the FilmCompany.* Diagram the flow of traffic to and from remote sites.

Diagram traffic flows destined to the Internet gateway and incoming from the Internet to locally provided services.

Diagramming External Traffic Flows

Using NetFlow, diagram the FilmCompany External traffic flows.* Diagram traffic flows destined to the Internet gateway and incoming from the Internet to locally provided services.

Diagram traffic flows to and from selected trusted partners, customers and vendors.



ELO: 4.6.1 Summary


ELO: 4.7.1 Quiz

Diagramming Extranet Traffic Flows

Using NetFlow, diagram the FilmCompany Extranet traffic flows. * Use NetFlow to diagram the FilmCompany Extranet traffic flows.

Equipment & Materials Needed Supported by NETLAB

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(1) router with NetFlow supported(1) switch(2) PCs(2) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable


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pencil and paper lab No equipment is required.

(1) router with NBAR supported(1) switch(2) PCs(1 ) Discovery server(3) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable

* list of data traffic ranked by priority used in StadiumCompany Case Study


* priority queue requirements for FilmCompany network

(2) routers(1) switch(1) PC(1 ) Discovery server(2) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable(1) serial cable



Future release

* projected applications document for FilmCompany network

(1) router with NetFlow supported(1) switch(1) PC(1 ) Discovery server(2) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable


* diagram of the flow of traffic within a LAN segment of FilmCompany network

(1) router with NetFlow supported(1) switch(2) PCs(1 ) Discovery server(3) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

* diagram of the flow of traffic between remote sites and devices on the FilmCompany network

(3) routers, 1 with NetFlow supported(1) switch(2) PCs(1 ) Discovery server(2) straight-through cables(1) console cable(3) crossover cables(1) serial cable

CRP podThe Discovery Server is replaced by a regular router for the HTTP, Telnet and FTP services. Therefore, the IOS must support those services.

* diagram the different possible data flows between the hosts and devices on the FilmCompany network to and from the Internet



* diagram traffic flows to and from selected trusted partners, customers, and vendors




1st lab using Cisco IOS NetFlow feature

Tied into the Stadium CSPg1 Explain that an application's performance gives organizations an advantage in the modern marketplace. Quick access, and quicker response times are essential when business-critical applications are being deployed/used.Pg 1- Explain that network performance issues used to be resolved by simply adding another server or increasing processing power. Today's mission critical applications are often consume more of the available bandwidth and these issues need to be

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* This lab introduces the configuration of NetFlow. This feature will be specifically applied in the later labs.

Explain the difference between internal and external traffic. Internal traffic is traffic sent within the private/trusted network and external traffic is sent to the outside world.Explain that through classification of applications it is easier to identify the types of internal and external traffic that can be experienced. Examples- internal mail servers, external mail servers, public web servers, IPTelephony, Videoconference

DnD activity that has the students drag the type of traffic from one side and place in the External Traffic or Internal Traffic Boxes.

Explain that a structured top-down approach is used to clarify the design goals and initiates the design from the perspective of the required applications and network solutions. Rationale- protocols at the networking layer can hinder/prevent an application from performing optimally. Routers with ACLs can block traffic generated by some applications, and some applications are sesitive to time delays.Explain that using the top-down approach helps limit the necessity of redesigning/rebuilding portions of the existing network. Example- IP telephony permits the use of same network resources for both data and voice transport, thus reducing costs of having two separate networks.Explain that a top-down approach can assist in identifying potential design problems before the design is implemented.

PT have students analyze an existing network to determine what applications are being utilized and have them document specific points that must be addressed in the design/ redesign of a network with these applications running.

Tie into the Stadium CSIdentify examples of applications that are used, and the network requirements associated with supporting these applications. Examples- Redundancy, security (such as a firewall).Tie into the Stadium CSIdentify examples of applications that are used, and the network requirements associated with supporting these applications. Examples- Redundancy, routers, L3 switches, security, and dedicated servers.

Tie into the Stadium CSIdentify examples of applications that are used, and the network requirements associated with supporting file transfer and email applications. Examples- L2 & L3 switches, server used for ftp (dedicated server is not required but should be recommended), email servers.Explain that throughput requirements must be identified early in the design process. Rationale- Just because one application has a low throughput requirement, it does not mean that when combined with other applications that network performance will suffer.Uses NBAR feature on a router;Discovery server (ftp & email services);an additional Challenge portion

* In this hands-on lab activity, students design a small network topology that supports email and file transfers. Upon completion, the traffic will be monitored using NBAR (Network-Based Application Recognition).* After students design the network, they will use FTP to download the Thunderbird email client from Discovery Server. The email client is then installed on the local PC and used to send and receive emails to and from the other PC.Tie into the Stadium CS

Identify examples of applications that are used, and the network requirements associated with supporting HTTP and web traffic. Examples- routers, L2 and L3 switches, and web servers.

Tie into the Stadium CSReview Domain Name Service as a protocol used on the Internet for translating names of network nodes into addresses.Identify examples of applications that are used, and the network requirements associated with supporting Microsoft Domain Services. Examples- dedicated servers.

Testlet: Five questions with five screens. With each of the topologies described in the previous sections with one or two questions relating to the network requirements of each.

Explain that Quality of service is a measure of performance for a transmission system; its transmission quality and service availability. Explain that the end-user judgement of performance may differ from the networks actual performance based on percieved delay.Explain that QoS is a set of techniques to manage bandwidth, delay, jitter, and packets loss for flows in a network.Explain that for many networks, the first real need for QoS was to allow for priority treatment of traffic over low-speed WAN links. The need to provide basic prioritization of different types of data traffic was first seen in the WAN, because that is where bandwidth is most limited. It can also be applied to priority traffic within the LAN for services such as VoIP.

Pg 1- Explain that QoS does not create bandwidth; rather, QoS optimizes the use of existing resources, including bandwidth. Pg 1 -

Each student will complete individually compiled list of data traffic ranked by priority and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab refers to the curriculum StadiumCompany case study, not the lab FilmCompany case study.* Students are to read all the information about the StadiumCompany presented to this stage of the course. Using this information and their understanding of the StadiumCompany network expansion project, students are to rank the expected network data traffic by priority.* At the conclusion of this lab, each student should submit an individually compiled list of data traffic ranked by priority. However, student group discussion will enable an understanding of the wider, and often subjective, issues of determining QoS policy to be attained.

Explain that QOS can be doployed on any of the three layers. (Core, distribution, and access)Explain that QoS does not have the capability to influence the actual capacity of any given link. That is to say that no QoS mechanism actually creates additional bandwidth, rather QoS mechanisms enable the administrator to more efficiently utilize the


configure priority queuing; Discovery server (http & ftp services);an additional Challenge portion

* Students examine and apply some Cisco IOS priority commands to configure priority queuing on a router.* The routers may be preconfigured or configured by the students.* Determine priority queue requirements for FilmCompany network.

Review of D3 Section 1.2.4 Special considerations for different applications. D3 3.2.4 Spanning Tree in a Heirarchal Model (convergence issues)

Explain that when migrating to a Voice over IP (VoIP) network, all network requirements, including power and capacity planning, must be examined. Explain the basic components of a VoIP network. Point out that the existing infrastructure may still be able to accommodate the introduction of VoIP.Explain the benefits of packet telephony versus circuit-switched telephony are as follows: Examples: More efficient use of bandwidth and equipment, lower costs for telephony network transmission, consolidated voice and data network expenses

Tie this into the Stadium case study- Allow students to create their own checklists on equipment that can be used for IP Telephones. Group activities are most beneficial.Explain that traditional networks handled static web pages, e-mail, and routine client/server traffic. Today, enterprise networks must handle more sophisticated types of network applications that include voice and video. Example: voice transport,

Explain the benefits of using VPNs in support of remote users. Example: Lower costs, ease of management.Explain that there are three types of VPN connections used for remote workers. Example: site-to-site, remote user, and the extranet.

Activity that has the student expand on the information introduced in the text and graphics of this section. Have them research the devices and their properties. Have the students investigate the different types of Cisco telephony devices and Soft-phones. Field

Streaming Video Lab; Discovery server (http & ftp & streaming video services)

* Students examine the impact of video data flows on the performance of the network when other data traffic is also flowing.* The routers may be preconfigured or configured by the students.* At least two different clock rates should be used for comparison; if time permits, a progressive increase of clock rate should be applied.

Review of concept:Different applications within an Enterprise have different traffic flows. File sharing and printing remain local, application processing is local, backup and mirroring are local, intra-campus voice is local. System updates, company email, transaction

2nd lab using Cisco IOS NetFlow feature; Discovery server (http & ftp & email services)

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature capture and view data flow information.* Students create a projected applications document listing the applications planned to use the network.

Tie in to the Stadium Case Study-Explain that within the stadium there are multiple users and services located throughout the stadium. Example- ticket holders at the gate trying to check in. (The ticket takers scan the tickets and the traffic flows to the transactional server) This is primary traffic that MUST flow as high priority traffic.File sent from one of the teams to a file server would be lower priority but the traffic load is still present. It needs to be identified in the diagram.Video server has the images flowing from the video server to the large screen above the field.This is used to show a variety of traffic flows both internal and external.3rd lab using Cisco IOS NetFlow feature; Discovery server (http & ftp & email services);an additional Challenge portion

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* The purpose of this lab is to simulate and capture typical local data traffic flows across a local LAN segment.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature to diagram the flow of traffic within a LAN segment of FilmCompany network.

Tie in to the Stadium Case Study-Explain that within the stadium there are multiple users and services located throughout the stadium. Example- Credit card transactions from concessions. Again this is high priority traffic that must be diagrammed as well.

4th lab using Cisco IOS NetFlow feature; Discovery server (http & ftp & email services);an additional Challenge portion

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* The purpose of this lab is to simulate and capture typical network traffic flows from remote sites.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature to diagram the flow of traffic between remote sites and devices on the FilmCompany network.

Tie in to the Stadium Case Study-A fan is using their mobile device to access stats etc. from the Internet. Http traffic flows into the network and across the LAN.


Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* The purpose of this lab is to simulate and capture typical outgoing network traffic flows to the Internet gateway and incoming flows from the external Internet.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature to identify the applications traffic that is destined for the Internet gateway and incoming traffic from the Internet to the local resources.

Tie in to the Stadium Case Study-Review that an extranet is a private network that uses the Internet protocols and the public telecommunication system to securely share part of a business's information or operations with suppliers, vendors, partners, customers, or other businesses. An extranet


Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* The purpose of this lab is to simulate and capture typical network traffic flows from the FilmCompany extranet.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature to diagram the flow of traffic to and from two trusted remote partners, or customers, at the stadium to the FilmCompany network.

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Chapter 5: Creating the Network Design



TLO: 5.1 Analyzing the Requirements

ELO: 5.1.1 Analyzing Business Goals & Technical Requirements



ELO: 5.1.2 Requirements for Scalability



ELO: 5.1.3 Requirements for Availability

Analyze the business goals and technical requirements and apply the constraints in order to begin the design.

Analyzing Business Goals & Technical Requirements

Identify which business goals and technical requirements impact the network design decisions. Select the constraints impacting each design decision, then click Check.

Applying Design Constraints


Analyze how the constraints imposed on the FilmCompany network affect the design process.* Analyze the business goals and technical requirements and apply the constraints in order to begin the design.

Requirements for Scalability

Based on the number of planned Access Points, and an estimate of 20 data devices per Access Point, approximately how many wireless devices can the proposed stadium network support?

Identifying Design Strategies for Scalability

Lab 5.1.2The FilmCompany StoryProject Constraints Checklist from Lab 5.1.1

Identify the design strategies that meet the scalability requirements of the FilmCompany network.* Use the identified constraints and trade-offs to create design strategies for scalability.



ELO: 5.1.4 Requirements for Network Performance

ELO: 5.1.5 Requirements for Security

5.1.5.1


ELO: 5.1.6 Making Network Design Tradeoffs


TLO: 5.2 Selecting the Appropriate LAN Topology

ELO: 5.2.1 Designing an Access Layer Topology

ELO: 5.2.2 Designing Distribution Layer Topology


ELO: 5.2.3 Designing Core Layer Topology

Requirements for Availability

Identify how various availability strategies improve the reliability of the network and limit the effects of failures. Select the appropriate response for each of a series of questions.

Identifying Availability Strategies

Lab 5.1.3The FilmCompany StoryProject Design Strategy document from Lab 5.1.2Project Prioritized Business Goals Checklist from Lab 2.3.3

Identify the availability strategies that meet the design requirements of the FilmCompany network.* Use the identified availability strategies to assist in the design of a network.

Identifying Security Requirements


Using the FilmCompany requirements, research different security options and make a recommendation.* Research different security options and make a recommendation.* Select an appropriate design strategy to meet the requirements.

Making Network Design Tradeoffs

Based on the prioritized business goals of the StadiumCompany, make design decisions. Select the higher priority design option for the StadiumCompany.

Utilize the hierarchical design model to develop a cost-effective network design that matches the organization’s requirements.


Connecting Access and Distribution Layer Switches

Plan the interconnection of an Access Layer switch block with redundant connections to two Distribution Layer switches.* Design and diagram the Distribution Layer topology to support given network business and technical requirements.


ELO: 5.2.4 Creating the Logical Network Design for the LAN


TLO: 5.3 Designing the WAN and Remote Worker Support

ELO: 5.3.1 Determining Connectivity for Remote Sites5.3.1.1

ELO: 5.3.2 Defining Traffic Patterns and Application Support


ELO: 5.3.3 Designing VPN End-Point Connectivity Options

5.3.3.1

ELO: 5.3.4 Creating the Logical Network Design for the WAN

5.3.4.1


TLO: 5.4 Designing Wireless Networks

ELO: 5.4.1 Designing Coverage Options and Mobility

Designing the Core Layer

Lab 5.2.3Project Prioritized Business Goals Checklist from Lab 2.3.3Project Prioritized Technical Requirements Checklist from Lab 2.4.1

Work through the FilmCompany case study to produce the recommended network design for the Core Layer.* Design requirements for the Core Layer network.

Creating a Diagram of the FilmCompany LAN


Create a diagram of the new FilmCompany LAN.* Design and diagram the new FilmCompany LAN.

Select the appropriate WAN connectivity option to meet the organization’s requirements.


Examining WAN Connections

Using a preconfigured Frame Relay network, examine the connections to the two WAN sites.


Observing Static and Dynamic Routing

Using preconfigured routers to illustrate a remote site connection back into the stadium network, observe what happens using static routing and then dynamic routing.* Observe the network behavior using only static and default routing and compare it to the behavior of dynamic routing.

Incorporate wireless connectivity into the LAN design, based on the results of the wireless survey.


ELO: 5.4.2 Locating Wireless APs


ELO: 5.4.3 Redundancy and Resiliency in a Wireless Network

ELO: 5.4.4 Creating the Logical Network Design for the WLAN


TLO: 5.5 Incorporating Security

ELO: 5.5.1 Placing Security Functions and Appliances

5.5.1.2


ELO: 5.5.2 Implementing Access Control Lists and Filtering

5.5.2.1

ELO: 5.5.3 Updating the Logical Network Design Documentation




ELO: 5.6.1 Summary

Designing Coverage Options and Mobility

Identify the design differences between standalone APs and wireless controllers with LWAPs. Select the appropriate response for each of a series of questions.

Selecting Access Points

Using the floor plan of the FilmCompany offices, with the results of the wireless survey indicated, select the correct APs and antennas for the installation.* Evaluate an existing Access Point placement.* Select appropriate APs for a new WLAN design.

Creating the Logical Network Design for the WLAN

Answer questions about the IP addressing for this wireless controller design. Select the appropriate response for each of a series of questions.

Incorporate security into the LAN/WAN design, including placement of firewall, IDS, and ACL.

Placing Security Functions and Appliances

Determine the appropriate place to provide security service. Drag the security measure to the appropriate pair of network devices.


Implementing Access Control Lists

Using the stadium network enterprise edge diagram, implement ACLs to match a defined rule set.* Test basic connectivity.* Create and apply an Access Control List (ACL).* Verify the application of the ACL.

Developing ACLs to Implement Firewall Rule Sets

Given a security policy for the FilmCompany, create a firewall rule set and implement the ACLs to enforce the rule set.* Interpret a security policy to define firewall rules.* Create ACL statements to implement firewall rules.* Configure and test ACLs.


ELO: 5.7.1 Quiz

Equipment & Materials Needed Supported by NETLABResults of Lab to Use in FilmCompany Portfolio

* The completed Project Constraints Checklist should become part of the FilmCompany RFP Response document that the studentswill build throughout the rest of the course.

* word processing software* This lab is one of a series of labs that explore the FilmCompany existing network and its upgrade requirements.* use the identified organizational constraints from the FilmCompany case study and adjust your design according to the trade-offs identified. These constraints will be used in the decision-making process for the proposed design.


* The completed Project Design Strategy should become part of the FilmCompany RFP Response document that the students will build throughout the rest of the course.

* word processing software* This lab is one of a series of labs that explore the FilmCompany existing network and its upgrade requirements.* use the identified organizational constraints from the FilmCompany case study and adjust your design according to the trade-offs identified. These constraints will be used in the decision-making process for the proposed design and allow for the creation of design strategies that facilitate network scalability.


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* The completed Availability Strategies should become part of the FilmCompany RFP Response document that the students will build throughout the rest of the course.

* word processing software* This lab is one of a series of labs that explore the FilmCompany existing network and its upgrade requirements.* create availability strategies for switches, routers, and Internet/Enterprise Edge


* The completed Security Design Strategy should become part of the FilmCompany RFP Response document that the students will build throughout the rest of the course.

* word processing software* This lab is one of a series of labs that explore the FilmCompany existing network and its upgrade requirements.* create a security design


* Core Layer Diagram

* LAN Diagram

* word processing software and a graphic program* create a Core Layer topology design


* word processing software and a graphic program* create the LAN design


* WLAN Diagram

* Firewall Rule Set

* word processing software* create the WLAN design


(2) PCs(3) switches(3) routers(1) Discovery server(6) straight-through cables(1) console cable(2) serial cables



Each student will complete individually compiled Project Constraints Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany RFP Response document.

* As the network designers, students are to create a checklist of project design constraints for the FilmCompany case study.* Use a class group discussion to identify the constraints and relate them to the prioritized case study business goals.* Students may then compile the checklist individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled project constraints checklist.

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Design Strategy document and add it to their own FilmCompany RFP Response document.

* Acting as the network designers, students have created a checklist of project constraints for the FilmCompany case study. From those constraints the students were to derive trade-offs that may affect the design of the network. In this lab the student is going to create design strategies that will meet the technical requirements of the FilmCompany.* Use a class group discussion to identify design strategies and relate them to the prioritized case study business goals. * Students may then compile the checklist individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled project design strategy based on the previously identified constraints and trade-offs.

Each student will complete individually compiled Availability Strategies document and add it to their own FilmCompany RFP Response document.

* Acting as the network designers, students created a list of project design strategies for the FilmCompany case study. From those strategies the students were to derive trade-offs that may affect the design of the network. In this lab the student is going to create design availability strategies that will meet the technical requirements of the FilmCompany.* Use a class group discussion to identify the availability strategies and relate them to the prioritized case study business goals. * Students may compile the checklist individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled availability strategy based on the previously identified constraints and trade-offs.

Each student will complete individually compiled Security Design Strategy document and add it to their own FilmCompany RFP Response document.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a list of security strategies for the FilmCompany case study.* Use a class group discussion to identify the potential security threats that can be encountered with the FilmCompany with their given network design. * Students may compile a list individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled security design strategy based on the previously identified constraints and trade-offs.

PT 5.2.2.3Rewrite Step 2, b"Observe which ports are blocked. Enter Simulation mode to verify that packets from any switch can be sent to every other switch in the network. Be sure that all events are visible in the Event List Filters, then click Auto Capture / Play."

Each student will complete individually compiled Core Layer Diagram document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Students use word processing software and a graphic program (PT, PowerPoint, etc.) to create the Core Layer topology design.

Each student will complete individually compiled LAN Diagram document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Students use word processing software and a graphic program (PT, PowerPoint, etc.) to create the LAN topology design.

PT 5.3.2.2on SVN, the D4_PTAct_5.3.2.2.doc has tracked revisions waiting for implementation

PT 5.3.4.2 (create replacement PT)Objective"Observe the network behavior using static and default routing only and compare it to the behavior of dynamic routing."use the example5342.pkt (on SVN) as the initial network which contains the following:- the ISP1, Edge1 and Edge2 routers should be configured with EIGRP - initially the 2 routers located at the Ticket Sales Office (ISP2 and BR2) should only have static and default routing- ISP2 should have a route to the internal network (core side of Edge2) using BR2 and a default route to the Internet.- BR2 should have a static route to the internal network (core side of Edge2) using Edge2 and also have a default route using ISP2.- the PCs on the local network of the Ticket Sales Office have BR2 as their default gateway.*** steps of activitystudent verifies connectivity from TSO lan to Edge1 using traceroute. from a PC on the TSO lan perform a traceroute to fastethernet interface of Edge1. this should be successful.shutdown the serial interface on the BR2 router to take down the network between BR2 and Frame Relay networkwhat will happen to a traceroute from a TSO PC to Edge1?perform trace again from a PC on the TSO lan perform a traceroute to fastethernet interface of Edge1(the result of the traceroute should be that the packet will bounce back and forth from BR2 to ISP2)Add EIGRP to ISP2 and BR2 (the preconfigured static routes should be initially configured with an administrative distance of 130 so that when EIGRP is configured the dynamic routes will be preferred over the static routes)examine routing tables on ISP2 and BR2, notice the administrative distance of 130 on the static routes and that EIGRP is routingwhat will happen to a traceroute from a TSO PC to Edge1?perform trace again from a PC on the TSO lan perform a traceroute to fastethernet interface of Edge1*** add some reflection questions

Discovery server (http & ftp & email services)

Each student will complete individually compiled WLAN Diagram document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Students use word processing software and a graphic program (PT, PowerPoint, etc.) to create the WLAN topology design.

PT 5.5.3.2 (create replacement PT)This is a pkt file (not a pka file) and there are no instructions nor a word doc.use the topology in the graphic of 5.3.3.1the ACLS will need to be placed on Edge1 and Edge2refer to the rule sets in the text of 5.5.2.2provide student the rules set and based on those, the student should create and apply the ACLs on Edge1 and Edge2all other routers (other than Edge1 and Edge2) can be locked (inaccessible to the students)

* Given a security policy for the FilmCompany, create a firewall rule set and implement Named Extended ACLs to enforce the rule set.

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Chapter 6: Using IP Addressing in the Network Design



TLO: 6.1 Creating an Appropriate IP Addressing Design

ELO: 6.1.1 Using Hierarchical Routing and Addressing Schemes


ELO: 6.1.2 Classful Subnets and Summarization


ELO: 6.1.3 Using VLSM when Designing IP Addressing


ELO: 6.1.4 Using CIDR Routing and Summarization

Describe the use of a hierarchical routing and addressing scheme.


Designing and Addressing a Topology

Design and address a topology.* Determine the number of subnets needed. * Determine the number of hosts needed for each LAN. * Design a hierarchical addressing scheme. * Assign addresses and subnet masks to device interfaces and hosts. * Examine the use of the available network address space.


Resolving Discontiguous Network Problems

Resolve issues with a discontiguous network.* Verify RIPv2 is auto-summarizing the discontiguous networks. * Describe the behavior of traffic directed to and from the discontiguous networks. * Disable auto-summarization in RIPv2. * Test and verify full connectivity.


Applying VLSM Addressing

Apply VLSM to a hierarchical routing scheme.* Determine the number of subnets needed. * Determine the number of hosts needed for each subnet. * Design an appropriate addressing scheme using VLSM. * Assign addresses and subnet mask pairs to device interfaces. * Examine the use of the available network address space.


TLO: 6.2 Creating the IP Address and Naming Scheme

ELO: 6.2.1 Designing the Logical LAN IP Address Scheme


ELO: 6.2.2 Determining the Addressing Blocks


ELO: 6.2.3 Designating the Routing Strategy


ELO: 6.2.4 Plan for Summarization and Route Distribution


Using CIDR to Ensure Route Summarization

Use CIDR notation to ensure route summarization within a topology that is using OSPF or EIGRP.* Configure routers, including EIGRP routing protocol.* Configure EIGRP for manual CIDR route summarization.* Verify EIGRP default operation and with manual summarization.* Test and verify full connectivity.* Reflect upon and document the network implementation.

Create the IP Address and Naming Scheme to support growth and efficient routing protocol operation.

Determining an IP Addressing Scheme

Determine an appropriate IP addressing strategy for the FilmCompany network.* Determine an appropriate IP addressing strategy for the FilmCompany network.

Determining the Number of IP Networks

Determine the number of networks and number of hosts in a section of the FilmCompany network.* Define an addressing block scheme to support summarization.


Configuring a Multirouter EIGRP Network

Configure a multirouter EIGRP network.* Determine the number of subnets needed. * Determine the number of hosts needed for each subnet. * Design an appropriate addressing scheme using VLSM. * Assign addresses and subnet mask pairs to device interfaces. * Configure EIGRP on the network.

Plan for Summarization and Route Distribution

Determine the appropriate summary routes for a given network topology. Drag the appropriate summary route or routes to the arrow for each pair of Layer 3 switches.

ELO: 6.2.5 Designing the Addressing Scheme



ELO: 6.2.6 Designing a Naming Scheme


TLO: 6.3 Describing IPv4 and IPv6

ELO: 6.3.1 Contrasting IPv4 and IPv6 Addressing

ELO: 6.3.2 Migrating from IPv4 to IPv6

ELO: 6.3.3 Implementing IPv6 on a Cisco Device

6.3.3.5 Simulation Implementing IPv6


ELO: 6.4.1 Summary


6.4.2.1


ELO: 6.5.1 Quiz


Assigning IP Addresses

Assign the addresses within one section of the stadium network.* Determine the number of subnets needed. * Determine the number of hosts needed for each subnet. * Design an appropriate addressing scheme using VLSM. * Assign addresses and subnet mask pairs to device interfaces.

Creating an Address Allocation Spreadsheet

Create an address allocation spreadsheet for the FilmCompany network.* Document the address assignment within the FilmCompany network.

Diagramming the Network

Lab 6.2.6Address Allocation spreadsheet from Lab 6.2.5

Diagram the new FilmCompany network, including devices, device names, and IP addressing. * Diagram selected portions of the new FilmCompany network, including devices, device names, and IP addressing.

Describe IPv6 implementations and IPv6 to IPv4 interactions.

A network is being transitioned from using IPv4 to the IPv6 protocol. Your task is to complete the IPv6 configuration on all routers using the information in the table provided.


Refer to the exhibit. Use the information contained in the diagram to answer the five questions shown on the question tab.

Equipment & Materials NeededResults of Lab to Use in FilmCompany Portfolio

Supported by NETLAB

L1



N/A * pencil and paper lab

N/A * pencil and paper lab

(3) routers(3) switches(3) PCs(6) straight-through cables(1) console cable(2) serial cables

No equipment is required.


* Address Allocation spreadsheet * pencil and paper lab

* Naming Convention


* pencil and paper lab* develop a naming convention and apply labels using this convention to selected devices. You should use the planning information from the previous three labs to complete this lab.



*** Karen - try this for scoring accuracy****** AND MAKE edits if needed***

PT 6.1.2.2 (redesign)preconfigure with discontiguous networks and RIPv1 student task is to re-address the network and confirm that it works using RIPv1

*** Karen - try this for scoring accuracy****** AND MAKE edits if needed***

* Students configure and examine the operation of routes to take advantage of Classless Interdomain Routing (CIDR).

* Students consider the best way to manage addressing of the redesigned FilmCompany network topology.* This lab is part of a series of labs in which students design the IP addressing scheme for the new FilmCompany network. 1. Determining an IP Addressing Scheme (Lab 6.2.1) 2. Determining the Number of IP Networks (Lab 6.2.2) 3. Creating an Address Allocation Spreadsheet (Lab 6.2.5)* In this lab, students will start to plan an IP addressing scheme that satisfies the new network design of the branch office of FilmCompany. This scheme will be applied to the network over the following two labs.

* Students consider the best way to manage addressing of the redesigned FilmCompany network topology.* This lab is part of a series of labs in which students design the IP addressing scheme for the new FilmCompany network. 1. Determining an IP Addressing Scheme (Lab 6.2.1) 2. Determining the Number of IP Networks (Lab 6.2.2) 3. Creating an Address Allocation Spreadsheet (Lab 6.2.5)* In this lab, students will design an IPv4 addressing plan that satisfies the requirements of the addressing scheme developed for the new FilmCompany network in Lab 6.2.1. This plan will be applied to the network in the next lab.

Each student will complete individually compiled Address Allocation spreadsheet document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* Students consider the best way to manage addressing of the redesigned FilmCompany network topology.* This lab is part of a series of labs in which students design the IP addressing scheme for the new FilmCompany network. 1. Determining an IP Addressing Scheme (Lab 6.2.1) 2. Determining the Number of IP Networks (Lab 6.2.2) 3. Creating an Address Allocation Spreadsheet (Lab 6.2.5)* In this lab, students will create an Address Allocation spreadsheet.

Each student will complete individually compiled Naming Convention document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab concludes the design of the FilmCompany network upgrade addressing and naming schemes and forms an important part of the student design portfolio documentation.* In this lab, students will develop a naming convention and apply labels using this convention to selected devices. Students should use the planning information from the previous three labs to complete this lab. The naming scheme will be documented in the topology above and in the table at the end of the lab.

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Chapter 7: Prototyping the Campus Network



TLO: 7.1 Building a Prototype to Validate a Design

ELO: 7.1.1 Purpose of a Prototype


ELO: 7.1.2 Creating a Test Plan

ELO: 7.1.3 Verifying the Design Meets Goals and Requirements

ELO: 7.1.4 Validating LAN Technologies and Devices



ELO: 7.1.5 Test the Redundancy and Resiliency of the Network

ELO: 7.1.6 Identify Risks or Weaknesses in the Design


TLO: 7.2 Prototyping the LAN

ELO: 7.2.1 Identify Goals and Requirements Met by LAN Design

ELO: 7.2.2 Creating the Test Plan

Describe the purpose for and procedures to build a prototype of the network design.

Purpose of a Prototype

Look at the network test items and decide if a protoype or a pilot is most appropriate. Click the 'Prototype' or 'Pilot' column for each of the test items, then click Check.


Using Commands to Test Network Functionality

Use different Cisco IOS software and Windows commands. Determine whether those commands provide the information necessary to test network functionality. This activity is based on a preconfigured prototype network.* Describe various tools and methods used to validate that the design is working as anticipated.

Validating LAN Technologies and Devices

Identify how tools are used to validate the network design and components. Drag each tool to the box or boxes showing how the tool helps provide network information.

Analyzing a Test Plan and Performing a Test

Analyze a sample test plan and perform a test.* Analyze a sample test plan to determine: * The subject of the test * The methods and tools for testing * The potential results* Perform the test using the lab equipment.

Prototype the hierarchical network, routing protocol and IP addressing scheme.

7.2.2.3


ELO: 7.2.3 Validating the Choice of Devices and Topologies

7.2.3.2

ELO: 7.2.4 Validating the Choice of Routing Protocol

7.2.4.2

ELO: 7.2.5 Validating the IP Addressing Scheme


Building a Prototype Network

Stadium Prototype Test Plan

Perform the Basic Connectivity Test on a prototype network. Create a success criteria checklist.The following document should be downloaded to perform the Packet Tracer activity: Stadium Prototype Test Plan.* Build and test a prototype network for use in the Stadium Prototype Test Plan.

Creating a Test Plan for the Campus Network

Lab 7.2.2LAN Design Test Plan provided with this labLAN Diagram from Lab 5.2.4Address Allocation spreadsheet from Lab 6.2.5

Using the FilmCompany network design, create a test plan.The following document should be downloaded to perform this lab activity: LAN Design Test Plan* Create a test plan for a prototype test.


Testing Redundancy in the Network Design

Stadium Redundancy Test Plan Installation Checklist

Following a test plan, compare the way switched and routed hierarchical networks stabilize after a major link failure.The following documents should be downloaded to perform the Packet Tracer activity: Stadium Redundancy Test Plan and Installation Checklist* Develop methodologies for comparing devices and topologies.


Testing a Multi-Router Network with Redundant Links

Stadium Routing Protocol Test Plan

Following a test plan, build and test a multirouter network with redundant links.The following document should be downloaded to perform the Packet Tracer activity: Stadium Routing Protocol Test Plan* Develop methodologies for selecting and testing the appropriate routing protocol based on network requirements.

7.2.5.2


ELO: 7.2.6 Identifying Risks and Weaknesses


TLO: 7.3 Prototyping the Server Farm

ELO: 7.3.1 Identifying Server Farm Goals and Requirements


7.3.2.3


Validating the IP Addressing Scheme

Stadium IP Address Test Plan

Apply an IP addressing scheme to a Distribution Layer module of the stadium LAN.The following document should be downloaded to perform the Packet Tracer activity: Stadium IP Address Test Plan* Apply and test an appropriate addressing scheme.

Testing the FilmCompany Network

Lab 7.2.5LAN Design Test Plan after Lab 7.2.2

Build the FilmCompany prototype network. Perform the tests according to the test plan created earlier in this chapter.Analyze the results to determine success or failure. Complete the Actual Results section of the test plan.* Use a test plan to test the design of a LAN.

Analyzing Results of Prototype Tests

Lab 7.2.6LAN Design Test Plan from Lab 7.2.5

Analyze the results of the prototype tests to determine the level of risk in the FilmCompany network.Complete the Conclusions section of the test plan.* Analyze a network design and the results of a prototype test to determine if weaknesses exist in the proposed design.

Prototype the server farm, including security and high availability.


Building the Prototype Network

Stadium Basic Connectivity Test Plan Installation Checklist

Using the checklist created by the network designer, build the prototype network. Perform the Basic Connectivity Test according to the test plan.The following documents should be downloaded to perform the Packet Tracer activity: Stadium Basic Connectivity Test Plan and Installation Checklist* Build and test a prototype network for use in the Stadium Prototype Test Plan.


ELO: 7.3.3 Validating Device and Topology Selection



ELO: 7.3.4 Validating the Security Plan

7.3.4.3 Testing ACLs

ELO: 7.3.5 Verify Design Meets Business Goals

Creating a Server Farm Test Plan

Lab 7.3.2Server Farm Design Test Plan provided with this labInstallation Checklist provided with this lab

Create a server farm test plan and prototype installation checklist for the FilmCompany.The following documents should be downloaded to perform the lab activity: Server Farm Design Test Plan and Installation Checklist* Create a test plan to test the functionality of the server farm. The plan should include: * The subject and scope of the proposed test * The methods and tools for testing * Data to record * The potential results

Validating Device and Topology Selection

Drag the port state to the correct port role description, then click Check.

Configuring and Testing the Rapid Spanning Tree Prototype

Configure and test RSTP in a prototype network.* Configure trunking on trunk ports to provide access to a router on the network.* Configure separate VLANs for separate logical networks for production users and the server farm.* Verify inter-VLAN connectivity.* Enable RSTP and configure the root switch and backup root switch.* Verify that the network can converge after inducing link and switch failures.


Stadium ACL Test Plan

Using a prototype network, apply and test ACLs designed to protect the stadium network server farm from attack and unauthorized access.The following document should be downloaded to perform the Packet Tracer activity: Stadium ACL Test Plan* Develop methodologies for comparing devices and topologies.


ELO: 7.3.6 Identify Risks and Weaknesses



ELO: 7.4.1 Summary


ELO: 7.5.1 Quiz

Testing a Prototype Network

Lab 7.3.5Installation Checklist provided with Lab 7.3.2Server Farm Design Test Plan from Lab 7.3.2

Build the FilmCompany prototype network, and perform the tests according to the test plan created in the Creating a Server Farm Test Plan lab activity.Then analyze the results to determine the success or failure of the tests and complete the Actual Results section of the test plan.* Connect and configure the devices for the prototype FilmCompany server farm.* Verify successful implementation of RSTP, VLAN trunking, and VTP.* Configure routing between VLANs.* Create and apply appropriate ACLs to filter undesirable traffic.* Evaluate network performance based on previously determined checklist criteria.

Identifying Risks and Weaknesses in the Design

Lab 7.3.6Server Farm Design Test Plan from Lab 7.3.5

Analyze the results of the FilmCompany prototype test and document any risks or weaknesses in the design. Complete the Conclusions section of the test plan.* Identify areas of risk and weakness in the server farm design implementation.* Recommend solutions that will support eventual growth of the data center while maintaining desired network performance.


N/A LSP or NFP pod


Supported by NETLAB

(1) router (any 37xx multilayer switch or any router with a Fa port)(1) switch (any 2950 or 2960 switch)(2) PCs(3) straight-through cables

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* Stadium Prototype Test Plan document

* LAN Design Test Plan

* Stadium Routing Protocol Test Plan document

* word processing software* use the LAN Design Test Plan document* use the topology diagram created in Lab 5.2.4* use the IP address spreadsheet created in Lab 6.2.5


* Stadium Redundancy Test Plan document * Installation Checklist document

* Stadium IP Address Test Plan document

LSP or NFP pod* LAN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded

* use test plan created in Lab 7.2.2 (which uses topology of Lab 5.2.4 and uses IP address scheme of Lab 6.2.5)* build topology using LAN topology in Lab 5.2.4.2(2) PCs(1) Discovery server(3) switches(3) routers(1) Linksys router(9) straight-through cablesseveral console cables(1) serial cable

* LAN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded

* pencil and paper lab* Using the results and conclusions of the Test Plan you finished in Lab 7.2.5, determine if there are areas where risk exists in your proposed design.


* Stadium Basic Connectivity Test Plan document * Installation Checklist document

* Server Farm Test Plan LSP pod

N/A LSP or NFP pod

* Stadium ACL Test Plan document

* pencil and paper lab* Server Farm Design Test Plan document* Installation Checklist document

(4) PCs(2) switches(1) router(5) straight-through cables(1) console cable(2) crossover cables

LSP pod* Server Farm Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded

* use checklist created in Lab 7.3.2(3) PCs(2) routers(3) switches(6) straight-through cables(1) console cable(6) crossover cables

* Server Farm Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded

* pencil and paper lab* the completed Server Farm Test Plan document from Lab 7.3.5



No edits

1st time to use a test plan

* Using the sample test plan included with the lab and the topology shown, students will review the contents of the test plan and determine the test to be performed, how it should be conducted, and how to determine success or failure. The test scenario is simple: create two VLANs on a switch and test connectivity between the VLANs depending on which port the PC is attached to. Connect the switch to a router and configure and verify inter-vlan routing.

PT 7.2.2.3edit last sentence of Background/Preparation:"Download the Stadium Prototype Test Plan document and the Installation Checklist document. Complete the Stadium Prototype Test Plan document after the prototype network has been built."also remove the underlining from this sentencein the Test Plan document, edit #3 under Test 1. Procedures"3. Examine the show running-config and show ip route output. Copy and paste the results into a document for later use."you can't start a log file in Packet Tracer. Throughout the Test Plan, replace each instance of "start a log file" with "copy and paste" instructions.*** Karen - try this for scoring accuracy****** AND MAKE edits if needed***

Each student will complete individually compiled LAN Design Test Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.2.2, 7.2.5, and 7.2.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany network design (7.2.2), and then execute the test plan (7.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (7.2.6).* In most organizations, this type of activity is done by a team of people, consisting of the account manager, network designer, systems engineers, and field engineers. If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* This lab takes the students through the steps required for creating a test plan to use to test the LAN design created in earlier chapters.

PT 7.2.3.2 (demo)we already renamed the "D4_7.2.3 Stadium Routing Protocol Test Plan.doc" to "D4_7.2.3 Stadium Redundancy Test Plan.doc"edit last sentence of Background/Preparation:"Download and complete the Stadium Redundancy Test Plan document."also remove the underlining from this sentenceThe Test Plan document is missing the IP addressing table which should appear immediately after the topology diagram. Go to the Ch07 Labs folder and look at Lab 7.2.2.4 Test Plan_instr.doc for an example of this missing table.in the Test Plan document, edit #2 under Test 1. Procedures"2. Telnet to router R1 and examine the show running-config, and show ip route output. Copy and paste the results into a document for later use."you can't start a log file in Packet Tracer. Throughout the Test Plan, replace each instance of "start a log file" with "copy and paste" instructions.PT 7.2.4.2edit last sentence of Background/Preparation:"Download and complete the Stadium Routing Protocol Test Plan document."also remove the underlining from this sentenceThe Test Plan document is missing the IP addressing table which should appear immediately after the topology diagram. Go to the Ch07 Labs folder and look at Lab 7.2.2.4 Test Plan_instr.doc for an example of this missing table.you can't start a log file in Packet Tracer. Throughout the Test Plan, replace each instance of "start a log file" with "copy and paste" instructions.*** Karen - try this for scoring accuracy****** AND MAKE edits if needed***


PT 7.2.5.2edit last sentence of Background/Preparation:"Download and complete the Stadium IP Address Test Plan document."also remove the underlining from this sentenceThe Test Plan document is missing the IP addressing table and the VLAN table (if necessary) which should appear immediately after the topology diagram. Go to the Ch07 Labs folder and look at Lab 7.2.2.4 Test Plan_instr.doc for an example of this missing table.you can't start a log file in Packet Tracer. Throughout the Test Plan, replace each instance of "start a log file" with "copy and paste" instructions.*** Karen - try this for scoring accuracy****** AND MAKE edits if needed***

Each student will complete individually compiled LAN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.2.2, 7.2.5, and 7.2.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany network design (7.2.2), and then execute the test plan (7.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (7.2.6).* In most organizations, this type of testing is usually done by a team of individuals, not a single designer. These activities can be done by groups of students, with each one given specific duties.* The students will use the test plan they created in Lab 7.2.2 to build and test a prototype of the FilmCompany network.

Each student will complete individually compiled LAN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.2.2, 7.2.5, and 7.2.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany network design (7.2.2), and then execute the test plan (7.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (7.2.6).* To complete this lab, students may work in groups to compare their observations of the tests and to make recommendations for alternate design elements to improve the design.* The students will use the test plan they created in Lab 7.2.2 and the results of the testing from Lab 7.2.5 to identify any weaknesses in the LAN design.

PT 7.3.2.3Word doc - renamed filename of word doc from "D4_7.3.2 Stadium Prototype Test Plan.doc" to "D4_7.3.2 Basic Connectivity Test Plan.doc"pka file - in the instructions window, changed several instances of "Stadium Prototype Test Plan" to "Basic Connectivity Test Plan"*** Karen - try this for scoring accuracy****** AND MAKE edits if needed***

* In this lab, students will review the basic functionality Cisco Rapid PVST.

Each student will complete individually compiled Server Farm Test Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.3.2, 7.3.5, and 7.3.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany server farm design (7.3.2), and then execute the test plan (7.3.5) and finally, analyze the results of the testing (7.3.6).* In most organizations, this type of activity is done by a team of people, consisting of the account manager, network designer, systems engineers, and field engineers. If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Students will fill in the test plan sections to describe the tests to be performed, how they should be tested, and how to determine success or failure. This test plan will be used in subsequent labs to test simulated Server Farm prototypes.

PT 7.3.4.3pka file - in the instructions window, changed one instance of "Stadium Prototype Test Plan" to "Stadium ACL Test Plan"*** Karen - try this for scoring accuracy****** AND MAKE edits if needed***

Each student will complete individually compiled Server Farm Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.3.2, 7.3.5, and 7.3.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany server farm design (7.3.2), and then execute the test plan (7.3.5) and finally, analyze the results of the testing (7.3.6).* This lab is designed to test the students’ understanding of the content presented throughout the chapter. This lab “puts it all together” for students to observe the interaction of the networking devices and to analyze network performance results. Detailed step-by-step directions are not supplied, because students have already performed much of the configuration in Lab 7.3.3. This lab adds routing and security to the network prototype.* In this lab, students will construct the FilmCompany server farm prototype network and perform the tests described in the Server Farm Test Plan. Students will analyze the network performance after applying all the configurations, and will complete the results and conclusions sections of the Test Plan.

Each student will complete individually compiled Server Farm Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.3.2, 7.3.5, and 7.3.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany server farm design (7.3.2), and then execute the test plan (7.3.5) and finally, analyze the results of the testing (7.3.6).* One option for performing Tasks 1 and 2 is to work with the class as a whole. The instructor can display the server farm topology and the entire FilmCompany topology using a projector and discuss the weaknesses listed here and analyze the risks with students in a class discussion. Location and devices can be identified during the discussion. In Task2, the discussion can center around suggested changes to the design to help mitigate any weaknesses identified, also balancing cost vs risk.

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Chapter 8: Prototyping the WAN



TLO: 8.1 Prototyping Remote Connectivity

ELO: 8.1.1 Describe Remote Connectivity Testing Methods

ELO: 8.1.2 Testing WAN Connectivity with Simulation Software


ELO: 8.1.3 Simulating WAN Connectivity in a Lab Environment


TLO: 8.2 Prototyping WAN Connectivity Prototype the WAN connectivity.

ELO: 8.2.1 Identify WAN Goals and Requirements

8.2.1.1


8.2.2.1

Describe the methods to prototype remote connectivity support.


Configuring a WAN Connection Using PPP

Use Packet Tracer to simulate a multirouter serial WAN using PPP.* Simulate WAN connections * Demonstrate the benefits of using simulation software * Explore the effects of implementing new devices in a network topology * Use simulation software to test new configurations

Simulating WAN Connectivity

Connect two routers using a DCE and a DTE v.35 cable. Configure one device to provide the clocking for the interface.* Describe ways to simulate WAN connectivity in a prototype lab.


ELO: 8.2.3 Validating the Choice of Devices and Topologies

8.2.3.1


ELO: 8.2.4 Prototype the WAN

8.2.4.5 Simulation

ELO: 8.2.5 Troubleshooting Frame Relay Operation

8.2.5.1

8.2.5.4

Creating a WAN Connectivity Test Plan

Lab 8.2.2WAN Design Test Plan provided with this lab

Create a test plan to prototype the WAN connectivity between the FilmCompany and the stadium.The following document should be downloaded to perform the lab activity: WAN Design Test Plan* Create WAN connectivity test plan with multiple tests to determine: * Simulated Frame Relay connectivity * Backup simulated VPN link functionality* Describe the necessary information for each test to include: * Description of the test * Procedures * Anticipated Results and Success Criteria

Validating the Choice of Devices and Topologies

Drag each definition to the appropriate Frame Relay term.

Prototyping the Frame Relay Local Loop

A Company is transitioning from ISDN BRI links to a Frame Relay solution for the benefits provided by permanent connections. As the network administrator it is your job to coordinate the Frame Relay portion of this transition.


Testing Design Redundancy

Stadium Redundancy Test Plan

Using the test plan and the prototype network, configure the backup links and verify that the failover works as expected. The following document should be downloaded to perform the Packet Tracer activity: Stadium Redundancy Test Plan* Using the test plan, configure the backup links and verify the failover works as expected.


ELO: 8.2.6 Identifying Risks and Weaknesses

8.2.6.1


TLO: 8.3 Prototyping Remote Worker Support Prototype the VPN connectivity for remote workers.

ELO: 8.3.1 Identifying VPN Goals and Requirements

8.3.1.1

8.3.1.2


8.3.2.1

8.3.2.2

Configuring and Verifying WAN Backup Links

Lab 8.2.5WAN Design Test Plan from Lab 8.2.2

Using the test plan and the FilmCompany prototype network, configure the backup links and verify that the failover works as expected.* Use a test plan to test the functionality of a Frame Relay WAN.* Verify that the backup route is installed and connectivity is restored if the primary Frame Relay link goes down.

Evaluating the Prototype Test


Analyze the results of the FilmCompany prototype test and document any risks or weaknesses in the design. Complete the Conclusions section of the test plan.* Analyze the results of the WAN Connectivity prototype test.* Document the results and identify potential risks or weaknesses in the prototype and planned design. * Complete the Results and Conclusions section of the test plan.


ELO: 8.3.3 Validate Choice of VPN Topology, Devices and Topologies

8.3.3.1

8.3.3.2

8.3.3.3


ELO: 8.3.4 Prototype VPN Connectivity for Remote Workers

8.3.4.1

8.3.4.2


Creating a VPN Connectivity Test Plan

Lab 8.3.2VPN Design Test Plan provided with this lab

Create a test plan for configuring and testing a VPN client configuration for the FilmCompany.The following document should be downloaded to perform the lab activity: VPN Design Test Plan* Create VPN connectivity test plan with multiple tests to determine: * Setup of VPN server on edge router * Simulate VPN client connectivity* Describe the necessary information for the overall Test Plan to include: * Introduction * Equipment * Design and Topology Diagram* Describe the necessary information for each test to include: * Description of the test * Procedures * Anticipated Results and Success Criteria * Conclusions

Valiidate Choice of VPN Topology, Devices and Topologies

Complete the crossword puzzle based on VPN information discussed in this topic.

Creating a Cisco EasyVPN Server

Lab 8.3.4.3VPN Design Test Plan from Lab 8.3.2

This is an Optional LabUsing the Cisco SDM, explore the configuration options to create a Cisco EasyVPN Server.* Configure basic router global settings using IOS for SDM access.* Configure EasyVPN Server using SDM on a Cisco router.


ELO: 8.3.5 Validate Placement of VPN Server

8.3.5.1

ELO: 8.3.6 Identify Risks or Weaknesses

8.3.6.1



ELO: 8.4.1 Summary


8.4.2.1


ELO: 8.5.1 Quiz

Configuring and Testing the VPN Client

Lab 8.3.4.4VPN Design Test Plan from Lab 8.3.4.3

This is an Optional LabUsing the test plan, configure and test the VPN client.* Configure basic router settings using IOS.* Configure a VPN client for remote access.* Configure the internal network.* Verify VPN tunnel establishment between client and server.* Verify VPN client access to internal network resources.

Identify Risks or Weaknesses

Determine if each acronym represents a tunneling term or an encryption term. Then match each term with the correct category. Drag the term displayed to the correct definition.


Refer to the exhibit. Use the information contained in the diagram to answer the four questions shown on the question tab.


CRP or BRPv2 pod


Supported by NETLAB

(2) routers(2) PCs(2) console cables(1) serial cable* WAN Design Test Plan document

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* WAN Design Test Plan word processing software CRP pod

CRP pod

CRP pod

* WAN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded

* use test plan created in Lab 8.2.2(2) PCs(1) switch(4) routers(2) straight-through cables(1) console cable(3) crossover cables(2) serial cables

* WAN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded

pencil and paper lab* use test plan finished in Lab 8.2.5

* VPN Design Test Plan pencil and paper lab

CRP or BRPv2 pod

CRP, BRPv2 or LSP pod

* VPN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded

* use test plan created in Lab 8.3.2(1) 1841 router with IOS12.4 Advanced IP Services IOS image, EasyVPN and SDM v2.4 (1) PC(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

CRP or BRPv2 pod* VPN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded

* use test plan created in Lab 8.3.2(1) 1841 router with IOS12.4 Advanced IP Services IOS image, EasyVPN and SDM v2.4 (1) switch (or the 1841 could have a switch module)(2) PCs; one PC with JRE ver 1.4.2_05 or later and Cisco VPN Client(2) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable


PT 8.1.2.3 (create replacement PT)the topology should be the same as the topology in the graphic of 8.1.2.1the stadium story should be the basisthere should be a Test Plan documentrefer to the Ch07 PT Activities to clearly understand the stadium story and the use of the Test Plan docs

* In this lab, students review the configuration of WAN links. Ensure that the concepts of DCE/DTE, clock rate, and encapsulation are understood.

Each student will complete individually compiled WAN Design Test Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.2.2, 8.2.5, and 8.2.6. In this series, the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany WAN network design (8.2.2), and then execute the test lan (8.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (8.2.6).* If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Students will fill in the test plan sections to describe the tests to be performed, how they should be tested, and how to determine success or failure. This test plan will be used in subsequent labs to test simulated Frame Relay prototypes.

PT 8.2.5.2 (create replacement PT)the topology should be the same as the topology in the graphic of 8.2.5.1 except make FR1 should be a Frame Relay cloud in the PT activitythe stadium story should be the basisthere should be a Test Plan documentrefer to the Ch07 PT Activities to clearly understand the stadium story and the use of the Test Plan docs

Each student will complete individually compiled WAN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.2.2, 8.2.5, and 8.2.6. In this series, the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany WAN network design (8.2.2), and then execute the test lan (8.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (8.2.6).* If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Students will review the WAN connectivity test plan created in Lab 8.2.2 and determine the test to be performed, how the test should be conducted, and how to determine success or failure. To conclude this lab, students should reflect on the design implications and rationale of implementing backup communications links in a network.

Each student will complete individually compiled WAN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.2.2, 8.2.5, and 8.2.6. In this series, the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany WAN network design (8.2.2), and then execute the test lan (8.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (8.2.6).* If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Students will use the test plan they created in Lab 8.2.2 and the results of the testing from Lab 8.2.5 to identify any weaknesses in the WAN design.

Each student will complete individually compiled VPN Design Test Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.3.2, “Creating a VPN Connectivity Test Plan,” 8.3.4.3, “Creating a Cisco EasyVPN Server (Optional),” and 8.3.4.4, “Configuring and Testing the VPN Client (Optional).” Although the 8.3.4 labs require an IOS version that may not be available in your lab, it is important that the students review the labs to see what is required to configure the VPN server and client.* If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Using the VPN Design Test Plan included with the lab and the topology shown, students will determine how to fill in the test plan sections to describe the tests to be performed, how they should be tested and how to determine success or failure. This test plan will be used in subsequent labs to test simulate VPN prototypes.

Each student will complete individually compiled VPN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* The 1841 used with this lab is running the Advanced IP Services IOS image version 12.4. The standard base IP IOS image does not support VPN. Even if equipment is not available to actually perform this lab, students should read through it to get a better understanding of how VPNs function.* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.3.2, “Creating a VPN Connectivity Test Plan,” 8.3.4.3, “Creating a Cisco EasyVPN Server (Optional),” and 8.3.4.4, “Configuring and Testing the VPN Client (Optional).” * In this lab, students will configure a Cisco 1841 router as a VPN server using the SDM graphical user interface and the EasyVPN Server Wizard.

Each student will complete individually compiled VPN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

* The 1841 used with this lab is running the Advanced IP Services IOS image version 12.4. The standard base IP IOS image does not support VPN. Even if equipment is not available to actually perform this lab, students should read through it to get a better understanding of how VPNs function.* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.3.2, “Creating a VPN Connectivity Test Plan,” 8.3.4.3, “Creating a Cisco EasyVPN Server (Optional),” and 8.3.4.4, “Configuring and Testing the VPN Client (Optional).” * In this lab, students will configure a VPN client to simulate remote access to the Stadium network internal LAN resources through a VPN server. Prior to starting this lab, students must complete Lab 8.3.4.3 to configure the 1841 VPN server using the SDM graphical user interface and the EasyVPN Server Wizard. Students will test the remote VPN client access according to the test plan outlined previously in Lab 8.3.2.

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Chapter 9: Preparing the Proposal



TLO: 9.1 Assembling the Existing Proposal Information Assemble the gathered information into a proposal

ELO: 9.1.1 Organizing the Existing Information

9.1.1.2 Media Activity Drag each proposal section to a statement describing its content.

ELO: 9.1.2 Integrating the Existing Information


TLO: 9.2 Developing the Implementation Plan

ELO: 9.2.1 The Implementation Plan



ELO: 9.2.2 Determining the Best Installation Method


ELO: 9.2.3 Estimating Timelines and Resources

Organizing the Existing Information

Editing and Organizing the Existing Information

Lab 9.1.2RFP from Chapter 2information and documentation from previous PPDIOO labs

Prepare an outline for the FilmCompany network proposal. * Collect and organize information into a network proposal.

Plan for the Internetwork implementation, including timelines, downtime requirements and installation requirements.

The Implementation Plan

Identify aspects of an implementation plan. Select the appropriate response for each of a series of questions.

Creating an Implementation Plan

Lab 9.2.1information and documentation from previous PPDIOO labs

Create an Implementation Plan for the FilmCompany installation.* Create an Implementation Plan.* Recognize the importance of customer approval.

Creating a Phased Installation Plan


Create a plan using the phased installation approach for the FilmCompany. * Determine the best installation method.


ELO: 9.2.4 Maintenance Windows and Downtime Planning


TLO: 9.3 Planning for the Installation Determine all of the items that belong in a Bill of Material.

ELO: 9.3.1 Creating the Bill of Material

ELO: 9.3.2 Recommending SMARTnet Services


ELO: 9.3.3 Cisco Technical Services and Support

ELO: 9.3.4 Software IOS Services and Support


TLO: 9.4 Creating and Presenting the Proposal Present the network proposal to the customer.

ELO: 9.4.1 Finalizing the Proposal


ELO: 9.4.2 Presenting the Proposal



ELO: 9.5.1 Summary


ELO: 9.6.1 Quiz

Creating a Timeline


Create a timeline for the FilmCompany network installation.* Estimate timelines and resources.

Creating an Installation Schedule


Create a maintenance schedule for the FilmCompany network installation. * Create an installation schedule based on maintenance windows and downtime allowances.

Recommending SMARTnet Services

Identify which features are part of a standard warranty and which are part of a Cisco SMARTnet agreement. Drag each feature to the agreement that covers it.

Creating the Bill of Material


Create the BOM and enter the appropriate information into the Costs section of the FilmCompany proposal. * Create a Bill Of Material (BOM).* Add equipment costs to the proposal.* Add service and maintenance support costs to the proposal.

Compiling the Documentation


Compile implementation and costing information created for the FilmCompany.* Complete the proposal.* Develop a proposal presentation.

Presenting the Project Proposal


Present the project proposal to the instructor and the class. Be available to respond to questions from the instructors and students.* Present network design proposal.* Achieve project sign-off.

Results of Lab to Use in FilmCompany Portfolio Equipment & Materials Needed

* Network Proposal

* Implementation Plan

* Installation Plan

Supported by NETLAB

* use RFP from Chapter 2* use previous PPDIOO labs* word processing software


* use Reflection section of Lab 2.3.3* word processing software


* use Lab 9.2.1* word processing software


L1


* Timeline

* Installation Schedule * word processing software

* Bill Of Material

* word processing software

* use Lab 9.2.1* word processing software* (optional) project management software such as Microsoft Project



* word processing software* use the design information and results of previous labs


* compiled Project Proposal* Project Proposal presentation



* word processing software* (optional) use presentation software such as PowerPoint


Instructor Notes

Each student will individually compile their Network Proposal.

Each student will individually compile their Implementation Plan.

Each student will individually compile their Installation Plan.

Each student will individually compile their Timeline.

Each student will individually compile their Installation Schedule.

Each student will individually compile their Bill Of Material.

Each student will individually compile their Project Proposal and create a Project Proposal presentation.

Each student will submit their Project Proposal and create a Project Proposal presentation.

Explanation of Instructor Notes

* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* The activities required by these labs may be performed individually or in small groups.* Students will collect information from the RFP in Chapter 2 and previous PPDIOO labs to create a network proposal. In this lab, students will prepare an outline for the FilmCompany network upgrade proposal. You will do this by assembling portions of the proposal from the information that you compiled from earlier labs and saved in your portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* This lab focuses on developing a structure for the Implementation Plan based on the FilmCompany network upgrade requirements. Knowing the technical network requirements of the upgrade from previous labs, students should discuss and clarify their understanding of the requirements. During these discussions, have students consider any issues that would affect the implementation of such a project in their local area.* In this lab, students will establish the format of the Implementation Plan using the results of earlier design and testing labs.* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* In this lab, students create the FilmCompany network upgrade Installation Plan. The Installation Plan describes how the implementation of the network upgrade will be carried out.* In the preparation to complete the Installation Plan, encourage class discussion.

* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* In this lab students will develop a timeline for the FilmCompany network upgrade case study. This timeline will be entered as dates for each step of each task in the Project Implementation Plan.* Have the students discuss the possible causes of delays in projects and how these may be managed to minimize the affect on the overall project.* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* In this lab, students will develop a maintenance and downtime schedule for the FilmCompany network upgrade case study.

* In this lab, students compile a Bill Of Material and add costs to the FilmCompany network upgrade Project Proposal.* Some networking and associated equipment costs may be readily obtained by Internet searches of suppliers and vendor distribution channels. However, some costs and prices may be commercially sensitive and only obtainable by requesting quotations. It may be necessary for instructors to assist students in obtaining this information. Where costs are not available, set a reasonable standard cost of that item for all students in the class.

* In this lab, students compile the complete FilmCompany network upgrade Project Proposal.* When the proposal is completed, the student creates a presentation based on the proposal. If possible, students should create an MS PowerPoint or equivalent slide presentation.

* In this lab, students present their finalized FilmCompany network upgrade Implementation Plan and Project Proposal to the class.* At the conclusion of this lab, each student should submit an individually compiled Project Proposal document and presentation and should have successfully demonstrated the skills and knowledge required of the network design process.

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Chapter 10: Course Summary

TLO: 10.0 Putting It All Together

ELO: 10.0.1 Summary

ELO: 10.0.2 Finding the Right Networking Job

10.0.2.2 Hands-on Lab Lab 10.0.2.2

ELO: 10.0.3 Preparing for the CCNA Exam and Lifelong Learning

Apply what you have learned in the entire Discovery curricula to the job search process.

Finding the Right Networking Job

Research networking jobs that match your skills, strengths, and interests. Create and submit a resume with a cover letter for a networking job that you are interested in.* Research networking jobs that match skills, strengths, and interests. * Create a resume with a cover letter for a networking job or internship.

Results of Lab to Use in FilmCompany Portfolio Equipment & Materials Needed

Supported by NETLAB

* research results* resume* cover letter

* Internet access for research* word processing software


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Instructor Notes


* Acting as Cisco Networking Academy graduates, students are to research an IT position that interests them and then create a résumé and cover letter to apply for the position.

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107 Total (Labs, PT Activities, and Simulations)111 Total (Labs, PT Activities, Critical Thinking Activities, Simulations, and Game)150 Total (Labs, PT Activities, Media Activities, Critical Thinking Activities, Simulations, and Game)

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Critical Thinking Activities

Instructor Notes

Each student will complete an individually compiled Project Plan Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled network user structure document and network organization diagram document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Prioritized Business Goals Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Prioritized Technical Requirements Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Constraints Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

1. 3rd lab using Cisco Network Assistant2. The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.3. Each student will complete the Network Device Tables and the Network Topology Diagram and add them to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

http://www.cisco.comEach student will complete individually compiled Router Features and Expansion Options document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Site Visit Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Goal Statement and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Scope document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Network Requirements document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Current Network document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

configure priority queuing; Discovery server (http & ftp services);an additional Challenge portion

2nd lab using Cisco IOS NetFlow feature; Discovery server (http & ftp & email services)

3rd lab using Cisco IOS NetFlow feature; Discovery server (http & ftp & email services);an additional Challenge portion




Each student will complete individually compiled Project Constraints Checklist document and add it to their own FilmCompany RFP Response document.

Each student will complete individually compiled Project Design Strategy document and add it to their own FilmCompany RFP Response document.

Each student will complete individually compiled Availability Strategies document and add it to their own FilmCompany RFP Response document.

Discovery server (http & ftp & email services)

Each student will complete individually compiled Security Design Strategy document and add it to their own FilmCompany RFP Response document.

Each student will complete individually compiled Core Layer Diagram document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled LAN Diagram document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled WLAN Diagram document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Address Allocation spreadsheet document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Naming Convention document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled LAN Design Test Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled LAN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled LAN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Server Farm Test Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Server Farm Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled Server Farm Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled WAN Design Test Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled WAN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled WAN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled VPN Design Test Plan document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled VPN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will complete individually compiled VPN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded document and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Each student will individually compile their Network Proposal.

Each student will individually compile their Implementation Plan.

Each student will individually compile their Installation Plan.

Each student will individually compile their Timeline.

Each student will individually compile their Installation Schedule.

Each student will individually compile their Bill Of Material.

Each student will individually compile their Project Proposal and create a Project Proposal presentation.

Each student will submit their Project Proposal and create a Project Proposal presentation.


* Acting as the network designers, students are to begin to develop a network project plan.* Students may perform this lab individually or in small groups. Although the lab may be delivered as an instructor-led exercise, it is important to ensure that each student gives careful consideration to the issues and develops an understanding of the network design process themselves. Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled Project Plan Checklist document.* The completed checklists and documents should become part of the FilmCompany portfolio that the student will continue to build throughout the rest of the course. Instructors will need to monitor the progress of this project for the rest of this course. Instructors should recommend that students keep their documents in a portfolio.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a network organization structure document for the FilmCompany case study. Create a network organization structure of the FilmCompany. Include all stakeholders in the structure - internal network users, IT organizations, external customers, suppliers, and partners.* Students may perform this lab individually or in small groups. Although the lab may be delivered as an instructor-led exercise, it is important to ensure that each student gives careful consideration to the issues and develops an understanding of the network design process themselves. Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete individually compiled documents.* The completed documents should become part of the FilmCompany portfolio that the student will continue to build throughout the rest of the course.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a business goals and priority checklist document for the FilmCompany case study.* Students may perform this lab individually or in small groups. Although the lab may be delivered as an instructor-led exercise, it is important to ensure that each student gives careful consideration to the issues and develops an understanding of the network design process themselves. Class group discussions will clarify different perceptions and interpretations of the case study information. Emphasize to students that not all information is clearly expressed or known by a customer; good communications skills are often necessary to gather all the relevant details.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled business goals and priority checklist document.* The completed documents should become part of the FilmCompany portfolio that the student will continue to build throughout the rest of the course.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a technical requirements checklist document for the FilmCompany case study.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled technical requirements checklist document.* The completed document should be added to the student's FilmCompany portfolio.* In establishing the technical requirements of the network upgrade it is important that students use the FilmCompany business goals and priorities as the reference. Recommending a technical requirement that does not facilitate the achievement of a business goal is not how business is done. Although the network designer (student in this case) may see a particular network technology or service as useful, if it does not fit the business case driving the upgrade project, it does not provide any commercial outcomes for the company; i.e., it is wasted expenditure.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a checklist of project constraints for the FilmCompany case study.* Use a classroom brainstorming session to identify the constraints and relate them to the prioritized case studybusiness goals. Students may then compile the checklist individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled project constraints checklist document.* The completed document should be added to the student's FilmCompany portfolio.

* Cisco Network Assistant is available for download from the Classroom Setup Tab on the Academy Connection Tools page. It can also be downloaded from http://www.cisco.com.* This lab requires a precabled and preconfigured network using the topology and configurations shown in the Appendix of this Instructor Version of the lab. Ideally, students should have physical access only to the designated "Administrator" PC. This will ensure that the only information they can obtain is by using the Cisco IOS commands and Cisco Network Assistant.* Students may opt to use Packet Tracer to document the Network Topology Diagram.* The completed network Device Tables and Topology Diagrams should be added to the student's FilmCompany case study portfolio for use in later labs.

The student is to record and assess the features of the router that are expandable and scalable. This information will be referred to later in the Planning and Design phases of the case study.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a site visit checklist or planning document.* The emphasis is on preplanning a site visit and developing the need for a professional approach. Such visits may be as much about the customer noting the behavior of the network design team as it is about the design team collecting network information.* Students may perform some steps of this lab individually, but small group role-play or discussion is required for other steps.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled written document planning a site visit to the FilmCompany network facilities.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a Design Requirements document.* Students are to develop an overall Project Goal statement.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups, or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled an overall Project Goal statement.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a Design Requirements document.* Students are to develop an overall Project Scope document.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups, or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled an overall Project Scope document.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a Design Requirements document.* Students are to develop a Network Requirements document.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups, or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled Network Requirements document.

* As the network designers, students are to create and write each section of a Design Requirements document.* Students are to analyze the current network in relation to the identified business and technical requirements of a new network design project.* Students may perform this lab individually, in small groups, or as an instructor-led exercise.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should submit an individually compiled written analysis of the current FilmCompany network.

* Students examine and apply some Cisco IOS priority commands to configure priority queuing on a router.* The routers may be preconfigured or configured by the students.* Determine priority queue requirements for FilmCompany network.

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature capture and view data flow information.* Students create a projected applications document listing the applications planned to use the network.

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* The purpose of this lab is to simulate and capture typical local data traffic flows across a local LAN segment.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature to diagram the flow of traffic within a LAN segment of FilmCompany network.

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* The purpose of this lab is to simulate and capture typical network traffic flows from remote sites.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature to diagram the flow of traffic between remote sites and devices on the FilmCompany network.

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* The purpose of this lab is to simulate and capture typical outgoing network traffic flows to the Internet gateway and incoming flows from the external Internet.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature to identify the applications traffic that is destined for the Internet gateway and incoming traffic from the Internet to the local resources.

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* The purpose of this lab is to simulate and capture typical network traffic flows from the FilmCompany extranet.* Students use the Cisco routers IOS NetFlow feature to diagram the flow of traffic to and from two trusted remote partners, or customers, at the stadium to the FilmCompany network.

* As the network designers, students are to create a checklist of project design constraints for the FilmCompany case study.* Use a class group discussion to identify the constraints and relate them to the prioritized case study business goals.* Students may then compile the checklist individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled project constraints checklist.

* Acting as the network designers, students have created a checklist of project constraints for the FilmCompany case study. From those constraints the students were to derive trade-offs that may affect the design of the network. In this lab the student is going to create design strategies that will meet the technical requirements of the FilmCompany.* Use a class group discussion to identify design strategies and relate them to the prioritized case study business goals. * Students may then compile the checklist individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled project design strategy based on the previously identified constraints and trade-offs.

* Acting as the network designers, students created a list of project design strategies for the FilmCompany case study. From those strategies the students were to derive trade-offs that may affect the design of the network. In this lab the student is going to create design availability strategies that will meet the technical requirements of the FilmCompany.* Use a class group discussion to identify the availability strategies and relate them to the prioritized case study business goals. * Students may compile the checklist individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled availability strategy based on the previously identified constraints and trade-offs.

* Acting as the network designers, students are to create a list of security strategies for the FilmCompany case study.* Use a class group discussion to identify the potential security threats that can be encountered with the FilmCompany with their given network design. * Students may compile a list individually or in small groups.* Regardless of the lab strategy adopted, each student should complete an individually compiled security design strategy based on the previously identified constraints and trade-offs.

* Students use word processing software and a graphic program (PT, PowerPoint, etc.) to create the Core Layer topology design.

* Students use word processing software and a graphic program (PT, PowerPoint, etc.) to create the LAN topology design.

* Students use word processing software and a graphic program (PT, PowerPoint, etc.) to create the WLAN topology design.

* Given a security policy for the FilmCompany, create a firewall rule set and implement Named Extended ACLs to enforce the rule set.

* Students consider the best way to manage addressing of the redesigned FilmCompany network topology.* This lab is part of a series of labs in which students design the IP addressing scheme for the new FilmCompany network. 1. Determining an IP Addressing Scheme (Lab 6.2.1) 2. Determining the Number of IP Networks (Lab 6.2.2) 3. Creating an Address Allocation Spreadsheet (Lab 6.2.5)* In this lab, students will create an Address Allocation spreadsheet.

* This lab concludes the design of the FilmCompany network upgrade addressing and naming schemes and forms an important part of the student design portfolio documentation.* In this lab, students will develop a naming convention and apply labels using this convention to selected devices. Students should use the planning information from the previous three labs to complete this lab. The naming scheme will be documented in the topology above and in the table at the end of the lab.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.2.2, 7.2.5, and 7.2.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany network design (7.2.2), and then execute the test plan (7.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (7.2.6).* In most organizations, this type of activity is done by a team of people, consisting of the account manager, network designer, systems engineers, and field engineers. If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* This lab takes the students through the steps required for creating a test plan to use to test the LAN design created in earlier chapters.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.2.2, 7.2.5, and 7.2.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany network design (7.2.2), and then execute the test plan (7.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (7.2.6).* In most organizations, this type of testing is usually done by a team of individuals, not a single designer. These activities can be done by groups of students, with each one given specific duties.* The students will use the test plan they created in Lab 7.2.2 to build and test a prototype of the FilmCompany network.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.2.2, 7.2.5, and 7.2.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany network design (7.2.2), and then execute the test plan (7.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (7.2.6).* To complete this lab, students may work in groups to compare their observations of the tests and to make recommendations for alternate design elements to improve the design.* The students will use the test plan they created in Lab 7.2.2 and the results of the testing from Lab 7.2.5 to identify any weaknesses in the LAN design.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.3.2, 7.3.5, and 7.3.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany server farm design (7.3.2), and then execute the test plan (7.3.5) and finally, analyze the results of the testing (7.3.6).* In most organizations, this type of activity is done by a team of people, consisting of the account manager, network designer, systems engineers, and field engineers. If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Students will fill in the test plan sections to describe the tests to be performed, how they should be tested, and how to determine success or failure. This test plan will be used in subsequent labs to test simulated Server Farm prototypes.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.3.2, 7.3.5, and 7.3.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany server farm design (7.3.2), and then execute the test plan (7.3.5) and finally, analyze the results of the testing (7.3.6).* This lab is designed to test the students’ understanding of the content presented throughout the chapter. This lab “puts it all together” for students to observe the interaction of the networking devices and to analyze network performance results. Detailed step-by-step directions are not supplied, because students have already performed much of the configuration in Lab 7.3.3. This lab adds routing and security to the network prototype.* In this lab, students will construct the FilmCompany server farm prototype network and perform the tests described in the Server Farm Test Plan. Students will analyze the network performance after applying all the configurations, and will complete the results and conclusions sections of the Test Plan.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 7.3.2, 7.3.5, and 7.3.6. In this series the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany server farm design (7.3.2), and then execute the test plan (7.3.5) and finally, analyze the results of the testing (7.3.6).* One option for performing Tasks 1 and 2 is to work with the class as a whole. The instructor can display the server farm topology and the entire FilmCompany topology using a projector and discuss the weaknesses listed here and analyze the risks with students in a class discussion. Location and devices can be identified during the discussion. In Task2, the discussion can center around suggested changes to the design to help mitigate any weaknesses identified, also balancing cost vs risk.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.2.2, 8.2.5, and 8.2.6. In this series, the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany WAN network design (8.2.2), and then execute the test lan (8.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (8.2.6).* If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Students will fill in the test plan sections to describe the tests to be performed, how they should be tested, and how to determine success or failure. This test plan will be used in subsequent labs to test simulated Frame Relay prototypes.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.2.2, 8.2.5, and 8.2.6. In this series, the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany WAN network design (8.2.2), and then execute the test lan (8.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (8.2.6).* If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Students will review the WAN connectivity test plan created in Lab 8.2.2 and determine the test to be performed, how the test should be conducted, and how to determine success or failure. To conclude this lab, students should reflect on the design implications and rationale of implementing backup communications links in a network.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.2.2, 8.2.5, and 8.2.6. In this series, the students create a test plan to verify the FilmCompany WAN network design (8.2.2), and then execute the test lan (8.2.5), and finally analyze the results of the testing (8.2.6).* If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Students will use the test plan they created in Lab 8.2.2 and the results of the testing from Lab 8.2.5 to identify any weaknesses in the WAN design.

* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.3.2, “Creating a VPN Connectivity Test Plan,” 8.3.4.3, “Creating a Cisco EasyVPN Server (Optional),” and 8.3.4.4, “Configuring and Testing the VPN Client (Optional).” Although the 8.3.4 labs require an IOS version that may not be available in your lab, it is important that the students review the labs to see what is required to configure the VPN server and client.* If the students are working in a group to complete the lab, it is important for each one to be assigned a specific role (described in Chapter 2) and to provide input appropriate for the role.* Using the VPN Design Test Plan included with the lab and the topology shown, students will determine how to fill in the test plan sections to describe the tests to be performed, how they should be tested and how to determine success or failure. This test plan will be used in subsequent labs to test simulate VPN prototypes.

* The 1841 used with this lab is running the Advanced IP Services IOS image version 12.4. The standard base IP IOS image does not support VPN. Even if equipment is not available to actually perform this lab, students should read through it to get a better understanding of how VPNs function.* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.3.2, “Creating a VPN Connectivity Test Plan,” 8.3.4.3, “Creating a Cisco EasyVPN Server (Optional),” and 8.3.4.4, “Configuring and Testing the VPN Client (Optional).” * In this lab, students will configure a Cisco 1841 router as a VPN server using the SDM graphical user interface and the EasyVPN Server Wizard.

* The 1841 used with this lab is running the Advanced IP Services IOS image version 12.4. The standard base IP IOS image does not support VPN. Even if equipment is not available to actually perform this lab, students should read through it to get a better understanding of how VPNs function.* This lab is part of a series of labs that includes 8.3.2, “Creating a VPN Connectivity Test Plan,” 8.3.4.3, “Creating a Cisco EasyVPN Server (Optional),” and 8.3.4.4, “Configuring and Testing the VPN Client (Optional).” * In this lab, students will configure a VPN client to simulate remote access to the Stadium network internal LAN resources through a VPN server. Prior to starting this lab, students must complete Lab 8.3.4.3 to configure the 1841 VPN server using the SDM graphical user interface and the EasyVPN Server Wizard. Students will test the remote VPN client access according to the test plan outlined previously in Lab 8.3.2.

* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* The activities required by these labs may be performed individually or in small groups.* Students will collect information from the RFP in Chapter 2 and previous PPDIOO labs to create a network proposal. In this lab, students will prepare an outline for the FilmCompany network upgrade proposal. You will do this by assembling portions of the proposal from the information that you compiled from earlier labs and saved in your portfolio.

* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* This lab focuses on developing a structure for the Implementation Plan based on the FilmCompany network upgrade requirements. Knowing the technical network requirements of the upgrade from previous labs, students should discuss and clarify their understanding of the requirements. During these discussions, have students consider any issues that would affect the implementation of such a project in their local area.* In this lab, students will establish the format of the Implementation Plan using the results of earlier design and testing labs.

* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* In this lab, students create the FilmCompany network upgrade Installation Plan. The Installation Plan describes how the implementation of the network upgrade will be carried out.* In the preparation to complete the Installation Plan, encourage class discussion.

* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* In this lab students will develop a timeline for the FilmCompany network upgrade case study. This timeline will be entered as dates for each step of each task in the Project Implementation Plan.* Have the students discuss the possible causes of delays in projects and how these may be managed to minimize the affect on the overall project.

* This lab is part of a series of labs in which the student creates an Implementation Plan to be included in the network proposal. The labs in this series are: * Lab 9.2.1 Creating an Implementation Plan * Lab 9.2.2 Creating a Phased Installation Plan * Lab 9.2.3 Creating a Timeline * Lab 9.2.4 Creating an Installation Schedule* In this lab, students will develop a maintenance and downtime schedule for the FilmCompany network upgrade case study.

* In this lab, students compile a Bill Of Material and add costs to the FilmCompany network upgrade Project Proposal.* Some networking and associated equipment costs may be readily obtained by Internet searches of suppliers and vendor distribution channels. However, some costs and prices may be commercially sensitive and only obtainable by requesting quotations. It may be necessary for instructors to assist students in obtaining this information. Where costs are not available, set a reasonable standard cost of that item for all students in the class.

* In this lab, students compile the complete FilmCompany network upgrade Project Proposal.* When the proposal is completed, the student creates a presentation based on the proposal. If possible, students should create an MS PowerPoint or equivalent slide presentation.

* In this lab, students present their finalized FilmCompany network upgrade Implementation Plan and Project Proposal to the class.* At the conclusion of this lab, each student should submit an individually compiled Project Proposal document and presentation and should have successfully demonstrated the skills and knowledge required of the network design process.

* Acting as Cisco Networking Academy graduates, students are to research an IT position that interests them and then create a résumé and cover letter to apply for the position.

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Activity/Lab Title

* Project Plan Checklist 2.1.3.2 Hands-on Lab Creating a Project Plan




* Network User Structure* Network Organization Diagram

Creating a Network Organization Structure

* Project Prioritized Business Goals Checklist

Prioritizing Business Goals


* Project Constraints Checklist 2.4.2.2 Hands-on Lab



* Site Visit Plan 3.4.1.4 Hands-on Lab

* Project Prioritized Technical Requirements Checklist

Establishing Technical Requirements

Identifying Organizational Constraints

* Network Device Tables* Network Topology Diagram

Creating a Logical Network Diagram

* Router Features and Expansion Options

Determining Router Hardware Options

Preparing for a Site Survey




* Current Network document 3.5.5.3 Hands-on Lab

4.3.4.2 Hands-on Lab Exploring Network QoS

4.5.1.4 Hands-on Lab Identify Traffic Flows


* Project Goal Statement of the Design Requirements document

Creating an Overall Project Goal

* Project Scope of the Design Requirements document

Creating a Scope Statement

* Network Requirements of the Design Requirements document

Developing Network Requirements

Analyzing an Existing Network

* priority queue requirements for FilmCompany network

* projected applications document for FilmCompany network

* diagram of the flow of traffic within a LAN segment of FilmCompany network

Diagramming Intranet Traffic Flows







* diagram of the flow of traffic between remote sites and devices on the FilmCompany network

Diagramming Traffic Flows to and from Remote Sites

* diagram the different possible data flows between the hosts and devices on the FilmCompany network to and from the Internet

Diagramming External Traffic Flows

* diagram traffic flows to and from selected trusted partners, customers, and vendors

Diagramming Extranet Traffic Flows

* The completed Project Constraints Checklist should become part of the FilmCompany RFP Response document that the students will build throughout the rest of the course.

Applying Design Constraints

* The completed Project Design Strategy should become part of the FilmCompany RFP Response document that the students will build throughout the rest of the course.

Identifying Design Strategies for Scalability

* The completed Availability Strategies should become part of the FilmCompany RFP Response document that the students will build throughout the rest of the course.

Identifying Availability Strategies


* Core Layer Diagram 5.2.3.3 Hands-on Lab Designing the Core Layer

* LAN Diagram 5.2.4.2 Hands-on Lab

* WLAN Diagram 5.4.2.2 Hands-on Lab Selecting Access Points

* Firewall Rule Set 5.5.3.3 Hands-on Lab


* Naming Convention 6.2.6.2 Hands-on Lab

* LAN Design Test Plan 7.2.2.4 Hands-on Lab

* The completed Security Design Strategy should become part of the FilmCompany RFP Response document that the students will build throughout the rest of the course.

Identifying Security Requirements

Creating a Diagram of the FilmCompany LAN

Developing ACLs to Implement Firewall Rule Sets

* Address Allocation spreadsheet

Creating an Address Allocation Spreadsheet

Diagramming the Network

Creating a Test Plan for the Campus Network



* Server Farm Test Plan 7.3.2.4 Hands-on Lab


* LAN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded

Testing the FilmCompany Network

* LAN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded

Analyzing Risks and Weaknesses

Creating a Server Farm Test Plan

* Server Farm Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded

Testing a Prototype Network


* WAN Design Test Plan 8.2.2.3 Hands-on Lab



* VPN Design Test Plan 8.3.2.3 Hands-on Lab

* Server Farm Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded

Identifying Risks and Weaknesses in the Design

Creating a WAN Connectivity Test Plan

* WAN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded

Configuring and Verifying WAN Backup Links

* WAN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded

Evaluating the Prototype Test

Creating a VPN Connectivity Test Plan



* Network Proposal 9.1.2.3 Hands-on Lab

* Implementation Plan 9.2.1.4 Hands-on Lab

* VPN Design Test Plan with Results and Conclusions recorded

Creating a Cisco EasyVPN Server

* VPN Design Test Plan with Weaknesses and Risks recorded

Configuring and Testing the VPN Client

Editing and Organizing the Existing Information

Creating an Implementation Plan

* Installation Plan 9.2.2.3 Hands-on Lab

* Timeline 9.2.3.3 Hands-on Lab Creating a Timeline

* Installation Schedule 9.2.4.2 Hands-on Lab

* Bill Of Material 9.3.4.2 Hands-on Lab




Creating a Phased Installation Plan

Creating an Installation Schedule

Creating the Bill of Material


Compiling the Documentation


Presenting the Project Proposal

* research results* resume* cover letter

Finding the Right Networking Job

Handouts




Lab 3.1.2

Lab 3.3.2

Lab 3.4.1



Lab 4.3.4

Lab 4.5.1

Lab 4.5.2


Lab 3.5.3The FilmCompany StoryProject Goal Statement from Lab 3.5.2

Lab 3.5.4The FilmCompany StoryProject Goal Statement from Lab 3.5.2Project Scope from Lab 3.5.3

Lab 3.5.5The FilmCompany StoryProject Goal Statement from Lab 3.5.2Project Scope from Lab 3.5.3Network Requirements from Lab 3.5.4

Lab 4.5.3

Lab 4.5.4

Lab 4.5.5


Lab 5.1.2The FilmCompany StoryProject Constraints Checklist from Lab 5.1.1

Lab 5.1.3The FilmCompany StoryProject Design Strategy document from Lab 5.1.2Project Prioritized Business Goals Checklist from Lab 2.3.3

Lab 5.4.2

Lab 5.5.3

Lab 6.2.5




Lab 6.2.6Address Allocation spreadsheet from Lab 6.2.5

Lab 7.2.2LAN Design Test Plan provided with this labLAN Diagram from Lab 5.2.4Address Allocation spreadsheet from Lab 6.2.5

Lab 7.2.5LAN Design Test Plan after Lab 7.2.2

Lab 7.2.6LAN Design Test Plan from Lab 7.2.5

Lab 7.3.2Server Farm Design Test Plan provided with this labInstallation Checklist provided with this lab

Lab 7.3.5Installation Checklist provided with Lab 7.3.2Server Farm Design Test Plan from Lab 7.3.2

Lab 7.3.6Server Farm Design Test Plan from Lab 7.3.5

Lab 8.2.2WAN Design Test Plan provided with this lab



Lab 8.3.2VPN Design Test Plan provided with this lab

Lab 8.3.4.3VPN Design Test Plan from Lab 8.3.2

Lab 8.3.4.4VPN Design Test Plan from Lab 8.3.4.3

Lab 9.1.2RFP from Chapter 2information and documentation from previous PPDIOO labs


Lab 10.0.2.2







Learning Objectives

* Explain and diagram the structure of the customer organization.

* Determine and prioritize the project business goals.

* Describe the Plan Phase of the network lifecycle. * Create a checklist with outcomes for the Plan Phase of the network lifecycle.

Use the FilmCompany business goals to create and prioritize the technical requirements for the network.

* Identify the constraints that affect the network design, including cost, schedule, and resource constraints.

* Use router and switch commands to obtain information about an existing network.* Use Cisco Network Assistant to obtain information about an existing network.* Develop a logical network diagram.

* Determine the correct hardware options available on specific Cisco device.* Determine which hardware options on a specific Cisco device are scalable.

* Explain the process of setting up a customer site visit.* Prepare to conduct a professional site visit.

* Identify and record the goals of a new network design project.

* Identify and record the scope of a new network design project.

* Explain where QoS can be implemented to affect traffic flow.

* Describe what is meant by application traffic flows.

* Diagram the flow of traffic to and from hosts and servers within the LAN.

* Identify and record the new business and technical requirements of a new network design project.* Develop network requirements.

* Characterize the existing FilmCompany network in relation to the identified business and technical requirements of a new network design project..

* Diagram the flow of traffic to and from remote sites.

* Use NetFlow to diagram the FilmCompany Extranet traffic flows.

* Use the identified availability strategies to assist in the design of a network.

* Diagram traffic flows destined to the Internet gateway and incoming from the Internet to locally provided services.

* Analyze the business goals and technical requirements and apply the constraints in order to begin the design.

* Use the identified constraints and trade-offs to create design strategies for scalability.

* Design requirements for the Core Layer network.

* Design and diagram the new FilmCompany LAN.

* Document the address assignment within the FilmCompany network.

* Create a test plan for a prototype test.

* Research different security options and make a recommendation.* Select an appropriate design strategy to meet the requirements.

* Evaluate an existing Access Point placement.* Select appropriate APs for a new WLAN design.

* Interpret a security policy to define firewall rules.* Create ACL statements to implement firewall rules.* Configure and test ACLs.

* Diagram selected portions of the new FilmCompany network, including devices, device names, and IP addressing.

* Use a test plan to test the design of a LAN.

* Analyze a network design and the results of a prototype test to determine if weaknesses exist in the proposed design.

* Create a test plan to test the functionality of the server farm. The plan should include: * The subject and scope of the proposed test * The methods and tools for testing * Data to record * The potential results

* Connect and configure the devices for the prototype FilmCompany server farm.* Verify successful implementation of RSTP, VLAN trunking, and VTP.* Configure routing between VLANs.* Create and apply appropriate ACLs to filter undesirable traffic.* Evaluate network performance based on previously determined checklist criteria.

* Identify areas of risk and weakness in the server farm design implementation.* Recommend solutions that will support eventual growth of the data center while maintaining desired network performance.

* Create WAN connectivity test plan with multiple tests to determine: * Simulated Frame Relay connectivity * Backup simulated VPN link functionality* Describe the necessary information for each test to include: * Description of the test * Procedures * Anticipated Results and Success Criteria

* Use a test plan to test the functionality of a Frame Relay WAN.* Verify that the backup route is installed and connectivity is restored if the primary Frame Relay link goes down.

* Analyze the results of the WAN Connectivity prototype test.* Document the results and identify potential risks or weaknesses in the prototype and planned design. * Complete the Results and Conclusions section of the test plan.

* Create VPN connectivity test plan with multiple tests to determine: * Setup of VPN server on edge router * Simulate VPN client connectivity* Describe the necessary information for the overall Test Plan to include: * Introduction * Equipment * Design and Topology Diagram* Describe the necessary information for each test to include: * Description of the test * Procedures * Anticipated Results and Success Criteria * Conclusions

* Collect and organize information into a network proposal.

This is an Optional Lab* Configure basic router global settings using IOS for SDM access.* Configure EasyVPN Server using SDM on a Cisco router.

This is an Optional Lab* Configure basic router settings using IOS.* Configure a VPN client for remote access.* Configure the internal network.* Verify VPN tunnel establishment between client and server.* Verify VPN client access to internal network resources.

* Create an Implementation Plan.* Recognize the importance of customer approval.

* Determine the best installation method.

* Estimate timelines and resources.

* Create an installation schedule based on maintenance windows and downtime allowances.

* Create a Bill Of Material (BOM).* Add equipment costs to the proposal.* Add service and maintenance support costs to the proposal.

* Complete the proposal.* Develop a proposal presentation.

* Present network design proposal.* Achieve project sign-off.

* Research networking jobs that match your skills, strengths, and interests. * Create a resume with a cover letter for a networking job or internship.



word processing softwarethe document, “Lab Case Study: The FilmCompany”

the sample interview in the FilmCompany case study documentWord processing software


the FilmCompany case study document and checklists developed in previous labsWord processing software

the FilmCompany case study documentWord processing software

(1) PC running Cisco Network Assistant(2) routers(3) switches(4) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable

(1) PC(1) router(1) console cableInternet access to conduct research on Cisco.com



* use the Project Goal statement created in Lab 3.5.2.2* Word processing software

* use the Project Scope document created in Lab 3.5.3.3* use the Project Goal statement created in Lab 3.5.2.2* Word processing software


(1) router with NetFlow supported(1) switch(1) PC(1 ) Discovery server(2) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

(1) router with NetFlow supported(1) switch(2) PCs(1 ) Discovery server(3) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable




* word processing software* This lab is one of a series of labs that explore the FilmCompany existing network and its upgrade requirements.* use the identified organizational constraints from the FilmCompany case study and adjust your design according to the trade-offs identified. These constraints will be used in the decision-making process for the proposed design.

* word processing software* This lab is one of a series of labs that explore the FilmCompany existing network and its upgrade requirements.* use the identified organizational constraints from the FilmCompany case study and adjust your design according to the trade-offs identified. These constraints will be used in the decision-making process for the proposed design and allow for the creation of design strategies that facilitate network scalability.

* word processing software* This lab is one of a series of labs that explore the FilmCompany existing network and its upgrade requirements.* create availability strategies for switches, routers, and Internet/Enterprise Edge

* pencil and paper lab

* word processing software* This lab is one of a series of labs that explore the FilmCompany existing network and its upgrade requirements.* create a security design

* word processing software and a graphic program* create a Core Layer topology design

* word processing software and a graphic program* create the LAN design

* word processing software* create the WLAN design

(2) PCs(3) switches(3) routers(1) Discovery server(6) straight-through cables(1) console cable(2) serial cables

* pencil and paper lab* develop a naming convention and apply labels using this convention to selected devices. You should use the planning information from the previous three labs to complete this lab.

* word processing software* use the LAN Design Test Plan document* use the topology diagram created in Lab 5.2.4* use the IP address spreadsheet created in Lab 6.2.5

* use test plan created in Lab 7.2.2 (which uses topology of Lab 5.2.4 and uses IP address scheme of Lab 6.2.5)* build topology using LAN topology in Lab 5.2.4.2(2) PCs(1) Discovery server(3) switches(3) routers(1) Linksys router(9) straight-through cablesseveral console cables(1) serial cable

* pencil and paper lab* Using the results and conclusions of the Test Plan you finished in Lab 7.2.5, determine if there are areas where risk exists in your proposed design.

* pencil and paper lab* Server Farm Design Test Plan document* Installation Checklist document

* use checklist created in Lab 7.3.2(3) PCs(2) routers(3) switches(6) straight-through cables(1) console cable(6) crossover cables

word processing software

pencil and paper lab

* pencil and paper lab* the completed Server Farm Test Plan document from Lab 7.3.5

* use test plan created in Lab 8.2.2(2) PCs(1) switch(4) routers(2) straight-through cables(1) console cable(3) crossover cables(2) serial cables

pencil and paper lab* use test plan finished in Lab 8.2.5

* use test plan created in Lab 8.3.2(1) 1841 router with IOS12.4 Advanced IP Services IOS image, EasyVPN and SDM v2.4 (1) PC(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

* use test plan created in Lab 8.3.2(1) 1841 router with IOS12.4 Advanced IP Services IOS image, EasyVPN and SDM v2.4 (1) switch (or the 1841 could have a switch module)(2) PCs; one PC with JRE ver 1.4.2_05 or later and Cisco VPN Client(2) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable

* use RFP from Chapter 2* use previous PPDIOO labs* word processing software

* use Reflection section of Lab 2.3.3* word processing software



* use Lab 9.2.1* word processing software

* use Lab 9.2.1* word processing software* (optional) project management software such as Microsoft Project

* word processing software* use the design information and results of previous labs

* word processing software* (optional) use presentation software such as PowerPoint

* Internet access for research* word processing software

Instructor Notes

Each student will complete individually compiled list of data traffic ranked by priority and add it to their own FilmCompany Portfolio.

Explanation of Instructor Notes StadiumCompany

* This lab refers to the curriculum StadiumCompany case study, not the lab FilmCompany case study.* Students are to read all the information about the StadiumCompany presented to this stage of the course. Using this information and their understanding of the StadiumCompany network expansion project, students are to rank the expected network data traffic by priority.* At the conclusion of this lab, each student should submit an individually compiled list of data traffic ranked by priority. However, student group discussion will enable an understanding of the wider, and often subjective, issues of determining QoS policy to be attained.

* list of data traffic ranked by priority

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4.3.3.3 Hands-on Lab Prioritizing Traffic Lab 4.3.3The StadiumCompany Story

Learning Objectives Equipment Needed

* Explain where QoS can be implemented to affect traffic flow.

pencil and paper lab

Instructor Notes

1st lab using Discovery server (http & ftp services)

Use Wireshark to capture data flows, both with and without VLANs configured on the switch.


1. Instructor will preconfigure the router and the switch.2. http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/701/61.pdf3. The confreg program (confreg-na12.exe) is posted on Academy Connection CCNA v3.1 Tools pages. http://cisco.netacad.net/cnams/content/tools/ConfigRegister.jsp?

This lab may be performed using Packet Tracer, but some outputs may vary.

1. 1st lab using Cisco Network Assistant2. The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.


1st lab using Cisco IOS NetFlow feature

1. 2nd lab using Cisco Network Assistant2. The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/cisintwk/ito_doc/snmp.htmhttp://www.protocols.com/pbook/tcpip9.htm#SNMPhttp://www.plixer.com/products/denika.php

http://www.cisco.com

Feature Navigatorhttp://www.cisco.com/go/cfn

Downloading IOS software from www.cisco.com usually requires a Cisco.com maintenance contract account. It is not appropriate that this be performed by students in the lab.

The confreg program (confreg-na12.exe) is posted on Academy Connection CCNA v3.1 Tools pages. http://cisco.netacad.net/cnams/content/tools/ConfigRegister.jsp?

1. Preconfigure the wireless Access Point.2. http://www.netstumbler.com

Uses NBAR feature on a router;Discovery server (ftp & email services);an additional Challenge portion

http://www.cisco.com/univercd/cc/td/doc/cisintwk/ito_doc/snmp.htmhttp://www.protocols.com/pbook/tcpip9.htm#SNMP%0Ahttp://www.plixer.com/products/denika.php


http://www.cisco.com/go/cfn

1st time to use a test plan

Streaming Video Lab; Discovery server (http & ftp & streaming video services)


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* SANS (SysAdmin, Audit, Network, Security) and the FBI have compiled their list of the SANS Top-20 Internet Security Attack Targets at http://www.sans.org/top20/.* The CVE (Common Vulnerability Exposure) name is linked to the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) National Vulnerability Database (NVD), sponsored by the United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) National Cyber Security Division and US-CERT, which contains information about the vulnerability. http://nvd.nist.gov/

* The list of standard break key sequences is available at http://www.cisco.com/warp/public/701/61.pdf* The confreg program (confreg-na12.exe) is available to decode configuration register values. It can be downloaded from Academy Connection Tools. From Tools, select the CCNA Curriculum (not CCNA Discovery or CCNA Exploration), and then select any v3.1 course. Click Cisco Configuration Register Decoder to download the program. http://cisco.netacad.net/cnams/content/tools/ConfigRegister.jsp?

* This lab introduces Cisco Network Assistant as a tool to monitor the operation of a working network. A more detailed consideration of using Cisco Network Assistant to monitor the performance of a network is given in Lab 2.5.2.* Cisco Network Assistant is available for download from the Classroom Setup Tab on the Academy Connection Tools page. It can also be downloaded from http://www.cisco.com. A valid Cisco.com Registration (CCO) is required to access the download site. The registration process is explained in Task1 of Chapter 3 Lab 3.2.3 where students create their own account.* This lab uses Discovery Server as a representative source of application data traffic.* The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.










* Cisco Network Assistant is available for download from the Classroom Setup Tab on the Academy Connection Tools page. It can also be downloaded from http://www.cisco.com. A valid Cisco.com Registration (CCO) is required to access the download site. The registration process is explained in Task1 of Chapter 3 Lab 3.2.3 where students create their own account.* This lab uses Discovery Server as a representative source of application data traffic.* The lab topology can be preconfigured if student time is limited.

* Students are to research and examine the features of SNMP-based network monitoring software.* If Academy lab resources are sufficient, a sample program can be downloaded and demonstrated to students to enhance their learning; however, this program is not a formal part of this lab.* This lab refers to Plixer Denika v7 (http://www.plixer.com/products/denika.php) as an example program that provides monitoring and notification functions but this does not exclude other such programs being researched, referred to, or used.

After recording details of the router and switch, students are to use the software and feature search tools on Cisco.com.

Students create individual Cisco.com Guest registration. NOTE: Duplicateregistrations are discouraged; therefore, if a student has a current Cisco.com registration, please have that student omit Task 1.Each student needs to have the following details available:• Working email address• Full location address details (academy or home)• Telephone number• Job role information if employed

Ideally this lab should have students:(1) Download a specified Cisco IOS software file from www.cisco.com.(2) Set up a local TFTP server.(3) Upload the appropriate IOS file to the flash memory of a Cisco router and switch.

The student is to observe and record information about a specific device learned through observing the boot process to determine what happens at each step of the startup process.

* Instructors should preconfigure the wireless Access Point.* The purpose of this lab is for the student to view wireless signal degradation as a wireless router is moved to different locations.* If a wireless laptop is available, it can be used to show signal strength when moving out of the room and when walls come between the laptop and the router.

Labs 4.1.2, 4.5.1, 4.5.2, 4.5.3, 4.5.4, and 4.5.5 use the Cisco IOS NetFlow feature to record and identify a range of application and data flows across a network.* This lab introduces the configuration of NetFlow. This feature will be specifically applied in the later labs.

* In this hands-on lab activity, students design a small network topology that supports email and file transfers. Upon completion, the traffic will be monitored using NBAR (Network-Based Application Recognition).* After students design the network, they will use FTP to download the Thunderbird email client from Discovery Server. The email client is then installed on the local PC and used to send and receive emails to and from the other PC.






* In this lab, students will review the basic functionality Cisco Rapid PVST. 7.3.3.5 Hands-on Lab


* Students examine the impact of video data flows on the performance of the network when other data traffic is also flowing.* The routers may be preconfigured or configured by the students.* At least two different clock rates should be used for comparison; if time permits, a progressive increase of clock rate should be applied.

* Students configure and examine the operation of routes to take advantage of Classless Interdomain Routing (CIDR).

* Students consider the best way to manage addressing of the redesigned FilmCompany network topology.* This lab is part of a series of labs in which students design the IP addressing scheme for the new FilmCompany network. 1. Determining an IP Addressing Scheme (Lab 6.2.1) 2. Determining the Number of IP Networks (Lab 6.2.2) 3. Creating an Address Allocation Spreadsheet (Lab 6.2.5)* In this lab, students will start to plan an IP addressing scheme that satisfies the new network design of the branch office of FilmCompany. This scheme will be applied to the network over the following two labs.

* Students consider the best way to manage addressing of the redesigned FilmCompany network topology.* This lab is part of a series of labs in which students design the IP addressing scheme for the new FilmCompany network. 1. Determining an IP Addressing Scheme (Lab 6.2.1) 2. Determining the Number of IP Networks (Lab 6.2.2) 3. Creating an Address Allocation Spreadsheet (Lab 6.2.5)* In this lab, students will design an IPv4 addressing plan that satisfies the requirements of the addressing scheme developed for the new FilmCompany network in Lab 6.2.1. This plan will be applied to the network in the next lab.

* Using the sample test plan included with the lab and the topology shown, students will review the contents of the test plan and determine the test to be performed, how it should be conducted, and how to determine success or failure. The test scenario is simple: create two VLANs on a switch and test connectivity between the VLANs depending on which port the PC is attached to. Connect the switch to a router and configure and verify inter-vlan routing.

* In this lab, students review the configuration of WAN links. Ensure that the concepts of DCE/DTE, clock rate, and encapsulation are understood.

Title Handouts

Lab 1.3.4.4

Monitoring VLAN Traffic Lab 1.4.3.2

Lab 1.4.5.2

Lab 1.4.6A

Lab 1.4.6B

Create an Access Control List

Identifying Network Vulnerabilities

Gaining Physical Access to the Network

Implementing Port Security

Observing Traffic Using Cisco Network Assistant

Lab 2.1.6

Lab 2.5.2

Lab 2.5.3

Lab 3.2.2

Using Feature Navigator Lab 3.2.3

Lab 3.2.4

Lab 3.2.5

Lab 3.4.3

Lab 4.1.2

Lab 4.2.3

Monitoring Network Performance

Investigating Network Monitoring Software

Using show version to Create an Inventory List

Installing a Cisco IOS Software Image

Observing the Router Startup Process

Performing a Wireless Site Survey

Characterizing Network Applications

Analyzing Network Traffic

Lab 4.4.4

Lab 6.1.4

Lab 6.2.1

Lab 6.2.2

Lab 7.1.6

Lab 7.3.3

Lab 8.1.3

Investigating Video Traffic Impact on a Network

Using CIDR Notation to Ensure Route Summarization

Determining an IP Addressing Scheme

Determining the Number of IP Networks

Analyzing a Test Plan and Performing a Test

Configuring and Testing the Rapid Spanning Tree Prototype

Simulating WAN Connectivity

Learning Objectives

Create an ACL to filter traffic for security ad traffic management

* Observe broadcast traffic on a switch. * Create and apply VLANs to separate local traffic.* Observe broadcast traffic containment with VLANs.

* Use the SANS site to identify Internet security threats.* Explain how threats are organized.* List several recent security vulnerabilities.* Use the SANS links to access other security-related information.

* Gain access to a router with unknown login and privileged mode passwords.* Demonstrate the necessity and importance of physical security for network devices.

* Configure port security on individual FastEthernet ports on a switch.* Test and confirm the configured switch port security.

* Explain what occurs during the Operate Phase of the network lifecycle.* Use Cisco Network Assistant to monitor the outcomes of the Operate Phase of the network lifecycle.* Establish the network baseline performance.

* Identify and explain the stages of the router startup process.

* Use available tools to perform a wireless site survey.

* Configure NetFlow to observe how the traffic flows.

* Describe methods of monitoring network performance to ensure that the network design is working appropriately.

* Describe how network monitoring tools can be used to page or send email to on-call technicians.

* Use IOS show commands to determine the version and capabilities of an installed IOS.* Use Cisco.com website tools to determine the features and capabilities of an IOS.

* Set up a Cisco.com Guest registration.* Select the IOS images using the Cisco.com Feature Navigator.

* Download the correct IOS and transfer the file to the Cisco router.* Use TFTP to save and restore a Cisco IOS image.

* Identify and describe the network requirements to support file transfer and email applications.

* Explain how voice and video traffic impacts the network design.

* Determine an appropriate IP addressing strategy for the FilmCompany network.

* Define an addressing block scheme to support summarization.

* Describe ways to simulate WAN connectivity in a prototype lab.

* Configure routers, including EIGRP routing protocol.* Configure EIGRP for manual CIDR route summarization.* Verify EIGRP default operation and with manual summarization.* Test and verify full connectivity.* Reflect upon and document the network implementation.

* Analyze a sample test plan to determine: * The subject of the test * The methods and tools for testing * The potential results* Perform the test using the lab equipment.

* Configure trunking on trunk ports to provide access to a router on the network.* Configure separate VLANs for separate logical networks for production users and the server farm.* Verify inter-VLAN connectivity.* Enable RSTP and configure the root switch and backup root switch.* Verify that the network can converge after inducing link and switch failures.

Equipment Needed

Internet access to conduct research

(1) router(1) switch(2) PCs(1) Discovery server(3) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

(4) PCs with Wireshark running on 2 PCs(1) switch(4) straight-through cables(1) console cable----------------------------------------(1) switch(2) PCs running Wireshark(1) Discovery server (acting as a PC only)(1) Wireless router (acting as a PC only)

(1) PC(1) router(1) switch(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

(2) PCs(1) switch(1) wireless router (acting as a PC only)(1) console cable(2) straight-through cables

(1) router(2) switches(1) PC with Cisco Network Assistant installed(2) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable--------the topology diagram in this lab shows a 2nd PC and the Discovery Server but these are not used

(1) router(2) switches(2) PCs with Cisco Network Assistant installed on one PC(1) Discovery server to provide representative application data traffic(4) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable

* research the possible range of networking utility programs that use SNMP to monitor network performance* word processing software* Plixer Denika v7 (http://www.plixer.com/products/denika.php)

(1) PC(1) router(1) switch(1) console cable

a Guest CCO accountInternet access to get to Feature Navigator

(1) PC(1) router(1) straight-through cable(1) console cableSolarWinds.Net TFTP server

(1) PC(1) router(1) console cable

(1) PC(1) wireless routerNetwork Stumbler software http://www.netstumbler.com/downloads

(1) router with NetFlow supported(1) switch(2) PCs(2) straight-through cables(1) console cable(1) crossover cable

(1) router with NBAR supported(1) switch(2) PCs(1 ) Discovery server(3) straight-through cables(1) crossover cable




(3) routers(3) switches(3) PCs(6) straight-through cables(1) console cable(2) serial cables

(1) router (any 37xx multilayer switch or any router with a Fa port)(1) switch (any 2950 or 2960 switch)(2) PCs(3) straight-through cables

(4) PCs(2) switches(1) router(5) straight-through cables(1) console cable(2) crossover cables

(2) routers(2) PCs(2) console cables(1) serial cable* WAN Design Test Plan document

Teaching Strategy

(PT or Lab activity having the student use NBAR or similar tool (Microsoft monitoring tools) to monitor traffic. See if there is an existing PT that can be modified to match the FC Case Study. If not easily modified, must make clear that this topology in this PT is not related to the FC Case Study. Objective of PT is simply to demonstrate the use of NBAR.)

Lab: Actually determine the installed IOS on lab equipment and determine a new IOS based on additional feature requirements. In addition, verify the amount of memory and flash.

Students use CCO to find an IOS version for a piece of equipment based on some provided requirements. Do this in a lab.

Pg 2 Lab: Perform an IOS upgrade on either an 1841 or a 2960, or both.

paper Lab: observe and record information about a specific device learned through observing the boot-up process. Determine what happens at each step of the bootup process.

Pg 2. PT lab having the students use NBAR and other monitoring tools.

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