UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY of SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES

C. M Recto Ave. Lapasan Cagayan de Oro City

College of Technology
Program/Course : Electronic Workshop 2
Module : 2
Title : Setting-up computer networks

INTRODUCTION:

This module contains information and suggested learning activities on Computer

Systems Servicing NCII.

Completion of this module will help you better understand the succeeding module
on configuring and maintaining computer systems.

This module consists of 4 learning outcomes. Each learning outcome contains

learning activities supported by instruction sheets. Before you perform the
instructions read the information sheets and answer the self-check and activities
provided to as certain to yourself and your teacher that you have acquired the
knowledge necessary to perform the skill portion of the particular learning outcome.

Upon completion of this module, report to your teacher for assessment to check
your achievement of knowledge and skills requirement of this module. If you pass the
assessment, you will be given a certificate of completion.

SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:

Upon completion of the module you should be able to:

LO1. Install network cables

LO2. Set network configuration
LO3. Set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration
LO4. Inspect and test the configured computer networks

ASSESMENT CRITERIA

Refer to assessment criteria o learning outcomes # of this module.

1. Cable routes are determined and planned in accordance with network design and
actual installation site.
2. Network materials necessary to complete the work are identified and obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against systems requirements
3. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the installation work are
obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation
and safety
4. Appropriate personal protective equipment is used and OHS policies and procedures
are followed
5. Copper cable splicing is performed based on Electronic Industries
Alliance/Telecommunications Industry Association (EIA/TIA) standards
6. Network cables and cable raceway are installed in accordance with established
procedures and installation requirements
7. Installation work is performed and is checked to ensure no unnecessary damage has
occurred and complies with requirements
8. OHS standards and 5S principles are followed according to enterprise requirements
9. Excess components and materials are disposed of based on WEEE directives and 3Rs
waste management program.
10.Network connectivity of each terminal is checked in accordance with network design.
11.Any fault or problem in the network system is diagnosed and remedied in line with the
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standard operating procedures.
12.Network interface card (NIC) settings are configured in accordance with network
design.
13.Communication checking between terminals are carried out in accordance with OS
network configuration guides
14.Unplanned events or conditions are responded to in accordance with established
procedures
15.Client Device systems settings are configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and end-user preferences
16.Local area network (LAN) port is configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and network design
17.Wide area network (WAN) port is configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and network design
18.Wireless settings are configured in accordance manufacturers’ instructions, network
design and end-user preferences
19.Security/Firewall/Advance settings are configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and end-user preferences
20.Final inspections are undertaken to ensure that the configuration done on the
computer networks conforms with the manufacturer’s instruction/manual
21.Computer networks are checked to ensure safe operation.
22.Reports are prepared/completed according to company requirements.

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TECHNICAL TERMS
 Host – any computer whether mainframe, server, or even PC that acts as an
information source on a network.
 Local Area Network- the smallest of the three network types, consist of PCs connected
together within a limited area, such as within the same building, floor or department.
 Metropolitan Area Network – are network that spans no more than 50 miles. It is
design to connect LANs spanning a town or city
 Metropolitan Area Network – is a network that spans no more than 50 miles. It is
design to connect LANs spanning a town or city
 Modem -Is a device that allows a given computer to share data or otherwise a device
which let computers exchange information

 Modular Hubs – are popular in networks because they are easily expanded and always
have management option. It is purchased as chassis, or card cage, with multiple card
slots, each of which accepts a communication card, or module
 Multimedia- is the combination of different types of communication media (sound,
print, video, and so on)
 Network – is a communications system connecting two or more computers.
 Network Server- is a powerful computer whose sole purpose is to serve network
clients.

 Network Switch – It helps determine how data moves over large networks.
 Peers- mean any computer sharing the same protocol layer with another computer.
 Protocol – refers to the specific standards governing the sending and receiving of data.

 Repeater– a device that strengthen signals and allow them to stay clear over longer
distances.
 RJ 45 – is the connector plugged into the NIC ports on computers and often connecting
the main networking hardware together.

 Router – a device that forwards data packets between Local or Wide Area Network
groups.
 Server – is a part of a network. It is a special computer that users on the network can
assess to carry out a particular job.
 Software – programs and data that a computer uses.

 Stackable Hubs – work just like standalone hubs, except that several of them can be
“stacked” (connected) together, usually by short lengths of cable.
 Standalone Hubs – are single products with a number of ports. It is usually include
some method of linking them to other standalone hubs for network expansion.
 UTP – (Unshielded Twisted Pair) least expensive and most popular network media.
 Wide Area Network – used to distribute information thousands of miles among
thousands of users.
 Workstation- is any network computer that connects to and request resources from a
network

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Learning Outcome 1 : Install network cables

Assessment Criteria:
1. Cable routes are determined and planned in accordance with network design and
actual installation site.
2. Network materials necessary to complete the work are identified and obtained in
accordance with established procedures and checked against systems requirements
3. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the installation work are
obtained in accordance with established procedures and checked for correct operation
and safety
4. Appropriate personal protective equipment is used and OHS policies and procedures
are followed
5. Copper cable splicing is performed based on Electronic Industries
Alliance/Telecommunications Industry Association (EIA/TIA) standards
6. Network cables and cable raceway are installed in accordance with established
procedures and installation requirements
7. Installation work is performed and is checked to ensure no unnecessary damage has
occurred and complies with requirements
8. OHS standards and 5S principles are followed according to enterprise requirements
9. Excess components and materials are disposed of based on WEEE directives and 3Rs
waste management program.

Resources:
Equipment/Facilities Tools & Instruments Supplies & Materials
Computer peripherals Multi-tester Connectors, RJ45
Desktop computers Diagnostic software RJ45 modular box
Glasses Appropriate software UTP cable
Mask Assorted pliers Bus wires and cables
Gloves Assorted screw drivers Appropriate software
Anti-static wrist strap Crimping Too Computer storage
USB Flash drive Punch down tool media

References:
1. McLaughlin, Robert, Sasser,Susan, Ralston,Mary.Fix Your Own
5. www.helpwithpcs.com
6. http://en.wikipedia.org
1. www.techsoup.org
8. www.howstuffworks.com
9. www.microsoft.com/technet/network

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INFORMATION SHEET 1.1

What is Network?
A network is a collection of computers and
related equipment (printers, webcams, game
consoles, etc.) connected so that data can move
between them. Even if you have a single
computer, it looks to the Internet as part of a
network. The Internet, then, is a network of
networks.

Three Basic Network Categories

 Local Area Network- the smallest of the three network types, consist of PCs connected
together within a limited area, such as within the same building, floor or department.
 Metropolitan Area Network – are network that spans no more than 50 miles. It is
design to connect LANs spanning a town or city
 Wide Area Network – used to distribute information thousands of miles among
thousands of users.

Network Hardware

Network Interface Card (NIC) – also called

LAN card, a printed circuit board, an adapter
that plugs into the computer’s motherboard when
connected with a network cable, provides the physical
link between your computer and the network.

Router – a device that forwards data packets between

Local or Wide Area Network groups.

Network Switch – It helps determine how data

moves over large networks.

Repeater – a device that strengthen signals and

allow s it to stay clear over
longer distances.

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SELF-CHECK NO.1.1

MULTIPLE CHOICE: Write the letter of the correct answer.

1. Which among the network hardware forwards data packets between Local or Wide Area
Network groups.
a. Network Hubs c. Repeater
b. Network Switch d. Router

2. What network hardware strengthens signals and allows it to stay clear over longer
distances?
a. Network Hubs c. Repeater
b. Network Switch d. Router

3. Which of the following is the collection of computers and related equipment that are
connected so that data can move between them.
a. Computer System c. Hardware
b. Network d. Software

4. Which provides the physical link between your computer and the network
a. Network Hubs c. Network Switch
b. Network Interface Cards d. Router

5. The smallest of the three network types, consist of PCs connected together within a
limited area, such as within the same building, floor or department.
a. Metropolitan Area Network c. Local Area Network
b. Wide Area Network d. Network hubs

Write the name of the following network hardware below.

1. _______________________

2.
___________________________

3. ___________________________

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INFORMATION SHEET 1.2

Network Cable

Cable is the medium through which information usually moves from one network
device to another. There are several types of cable which are commonly used with
LANs. In some cases, a network will utilize only one type of cable, other networks will
use a variety of cable types. The type of cable chosen for a network is related to the
network's topology, protocol, and size.

Examples of network media:

1. Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Cable

2. Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Cable
3. Coaxial Cable
4. Fiber Optic Cable
5. Wireless LANs

1. Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) cable

The least expensive and most popular network

media. The standard connector for unshielded twisted
pair cabling is an RJ-45 connector. This is a plastic
connector that looks like a large telephone-style

2. Shielded Twisted Pair (STP) Cable

Although UTP cable is the least expensive cable, it

may be susceptible to radio and electrical frequency
interference (it should not be too close to electric
motors, fluorescent lights, etc.). If you must place
cable in environments with lots of potential
interference, or if you must place cable in extremely
sensitive environments that may be susceptible to the electrical current in the UTP,
shielded twisted pair may be the solution. Shielded cables can also help to extend the
maximum distance of the cables.

3. Coaxial Cable

Coaxial cabling has a single copper conductor

at its center. A plastic layer provides insulation
between the center conductor and a braided metal
shield. The metal shield helps to block any outside interference from fluorescent
lights, motors, and other computers. This cable is commonly used by television
industries.

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4. Fiber Optic Cable

Fiber optic cabling consists of a center glass core

surrounded by several layers of protective materials. It
transmits light rather than electronic signals
eliminating the problem of electrical interference. This
makes it ideal for certain environments that contain a
large amount of electrical interference.

5. Wireless LANs

More and more networks are operating without cables, in the wireless mode.
Wireless LANs use high frequency radio signals, infrared light beams, or lasers to
communicate between the workstations, servers, or hubs. Each workstation and file
server on a wireless network has some sort of transceiver/antenna to send and
receive the data.

Wireless networks are great for allowing laptop computers, portable devices, or
remote computers to connect to the LAN.

CABLE INSTALLATION GUIDES

The two most common network cable:

1. Straight through cable – Connected from PC to switch/hub

2. Crossover cable – Connected from Pc to PC (limited to two computers only)

What is RJ45?
RJ stands for Registered Jacks. These are used in telephone and data jack
wiring registered with FCC. RJ-11 is a 6-position, 4-conductor jack used in telephone
wiring, and RJ-45 is a 8-position, 8-conductor jack used in 10BaseT and 100BaseT
Ethernet wiring.

Wiring Standards for RJ45

1. T568A
2. T568B

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Standard T568A vs T568B

1. Orange Stripe 2. Orange 3.Green Strip 4.Blue 1. Green Stripe 2.Green 3.Orange Strip 4.Blue
5. Blue Strip 6.Green 7.Brown Stripe 8.Brown 5. Blue Strip 6.Orange 7.Brown Stripe 8.Brown

RJ45 WIRING GUIDE

Straight Through cable Crossover cable

T568A T568A T568B

T568A
Gs Gs Gs Os
G G G O
Os Os Os Gs
B B B B
Bs Bs Bs BS
O O O G
Brs Brs Brs BRs
Br Br Br BR

Where: Gs-Green Stripe ; G-Green ; Os-Orange Stripe ; O-Orange ;

Bs-Blue Stripe ; B-Blue ; Brs-Brown Stripe ; Br-Brown

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SELF CHECK 1.2

1. What are the examples of network media?

2. Give the two wiring standards for RJ45.

3. Give the two most commonly used network cable.

4. Enumerate the color arrangement of T568B in order

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Learning Outcome 2 : Set network configuration

Assessment Criteria:

1. Network connectivity of each terminal is checked in accordance with network

design.
2. Any fault or problem in the network system is diagnosed and remedied in line with
the standard operating procedures.
3. Network interface card (NIC) settings are configured in accordance with network
design.
4. Communication checking between terminals are carried out in accordance with
OS network configuration guides
5. Unplanned events or conditions are responded to in accordance with established
procedures

Resources:
Equipment/Facilities Tools & Instruments Supplies & Materials
Computer peripherals Multi-tester Connectors, RJ45
Desktop computers Diagnostic software RJ45 modular box
Glasses Appropriate software UTP cable
Mask Assorted pliers Bus wires and cables
Gloves Assorted screw drivers Appropriate software
Anti-static wrist strap Crimping Too Computer storage
USB Flash drive Punch down tool media

References:
1. McLaughlin, Robert, Sasser,Susan, Ralston,Mary.Fix Your Own
5. www.helpwithpcs.com
6. http://en.wikipedia.org
2. www.techsoup.org
8. www.howstuffworks.com
9. www.microsoft.com/technet/network

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INFORMATION SHEET 2.1

Network Configuration

Network configuration is the process of setting a network's controls, flow and

operation to support the network communication of an organization and/or network
owner. This broad term incorporates multiple configuration and setup processes on
network hardware, software and other supporting devices and components.

Below is an example of basic network configuration.

Fire 2.1 – Basic Network Configuration

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INFORMATION SHEET 2.2

Patch Panel

A patch panel, patch bay, patch field or jack field is a device or unit featuring a
number of jacks, usually of the same or similar type, for the use of connecting and
routing circuits for monitoring, interconnecting, and testing circuits in a convenient,
flexible manner. Patch panels are commonly used in computer networking, recording
studios, radio and television.

Patch panel cable management

Neat Patch is the ultimate in patch panel rack cable management system. A
storage solution unlike anything the network cabling world has ever known. Neat
Patch panel rack is compliant with telecom/datacom industry standards, and
supports proper bend radius requirements.

RJ45 Modular box RJ45 Modular box faceplate

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SELF CHECK 2.1

1. What is the purpose of patch panel?

2. Draw the diagram on Basic Network Configuration

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Learning Outcome 3 : Set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater
configuration

Assessment Criteria:

1. Client Device systems settings are configured in accordance with manufacturers’

instructions and end-user preferences
2. Local area network (LAN) port is configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and network design
3. Wide area network (WAN) port is configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and network design
4. Wireless settings are configured in accordance manufacturers’ instructions, network
design and end-user preferences
5. Security/Firewall/Advance settings are configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and end-user preferences

Resources:
Equipment/Facilities Tools & Instruments Supplies & Materials
Computer peripherals Multi-tester Connectors, RJ45
Desktop computers Diagnostic software RJ45 modular box
Glasses Appropriate software UTP cable
Mask Assorted pliers Bus wires and cables
Gloves Assorted screw drivers Appropriate software
Anti-static wrist strap Crimping Too Computer storage
USB Flash drive Punch down tool media

References:
1. McLaughlin, Robert, Sasser,Susan, Ralston,Mary.Fix Your Own
5. www.helpwithpcs.com
6. http://en.wikipedia.org
3. www.techsoup.org
8. www.howstuffworks.com
9. www.microsoft.com/technet/network

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INFORMATION SHEET 3.1

Router Configuration

A router is a networking device that forwards data

packets between computer networks. Routers perform the
traffic directing functions on the Internet.

How to change the WIFI name and WIFI password

The cause of the change WIFI name and wireless password is to protect the wireless
network. This article will guide you how to change the wifi name and wireless
password.

Part 1: Login the homepage of the router

Part 2: Change the SSID and wireless password
Part 3: Reboot the router

Open a browser then type 192.168.0.1 in the Address bar, click on Enter.

 
1 Type the Password as admin in the bars to login the setting page.

2 Click on Advanced on the home page to login the advanced setting page
.

3 Click on Wireless, then click on Wireless Basic Settings and making sure that
wireless is Enable. Making sure the SSID Broadcast was checked, otherwise the
wireless signal will not be found in your wireless bar of your computer. Also you can
change the Primary SSID as you want.

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4 Click on Wireless, then click on Wireless Security and choose the Security

mode as WPA-PSK, and then open the drop down menu of the WPA
Algorithms option then select the type as AES and set a Security Key as you want.
At last, let the other options as defaulted and hit on the Save button to save the
settings.

 
Note: Security Key should be at least 8 characters.

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SELF CHECK 3.1

A. Write an outline on how to change wifi name and password

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Learning Outcome 4 : Inspect and test the configured computer networks

Assessment Criteria:

1. Final inspections are undertaken to ensure that the configuration done on the
computer networks conforms with the manufacturer’s instruction/manual
2. Computer networks are checked to ensure safe operation.
3. Reports are prepared/completed according to company requirements.

Resources:
Equipment/Facilities Tools & Instruments Supplies & Materials
Computer peripherals Multi-tester Connectors, RJ45
Desktop computers Diagnostic software RJ45 modular box
Glasses Appropriate software UTP cable
Mask Assorted pliers Bus wires and cables
Gloves Assorted screw drivers Appropriate software
Anti-static wrist strap Crimping Too Computer storage
USB Flash drive Punch down tool media

References:
1. McLaughlin, Robert, Sasser,Susan, Ralston,Mary.Fix Your Own
5. www.helpwithpcs.com
6. http://en.wikipedia.org
4. www.techsoup.org
8. www.howstuffworks.com
9. www.microsoft.com/technet/network

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INFORMATION SHEET 4.1

Testing Your Computer Network

You’ve set up all your network switches, plugged in all the cables, and configured all
your computers. One task remains before you can declare your network finished: You
must verify that the network works as expected.

Here are a few simple tests you can conduct to make sure your network is functional.

 Check the physical connections.

Check that the Link light — the little red or green light next to the RJ-45 port
— is lit on every computer. You must check this light both on the computer
itself and on the switch or router the computer is plugged into. If this light is
not on, you have a connection problem — most likely a bad cable.

 Verify that you can log on.

When you’re sure the physical connections are good, you should attempt to log
on to each of your network computers using a valid domain user account.

 Check the network configuration.

Click the Start button, type cmd and press Enter. Then, enter the
command <ipconfig /all> and press Enter.

IP Address (Version 4)

192.168.8.101

Default Gateway

192.168.8.1

 This command will spit out numerous lines of information. The line you’re
looking for should resemble this:
IPv4 Address. . . . . . . . . . . : 192.168.1.125(Preferred)

 Verify that the computers can ping each other.

Another basic test you should perform is to use the ping command from a
command prompt to make sure that the computers on your network can
contact one another.

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Ping another computer (LAN only)
Click the Start button, type cmd and press Enter. Then, enter the
command PING 192.168.8.100 and press Enter.

Ping a website (WAN-Internet)

Click the Start button, type cmd and press Enter. Then, enter the
command PING 192.168.8.100 and press Enter.

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INFORMATION SHEET 4.2

What is an IP Address?

An Internet Protocol address (IP address) in layman’s terms is basically the

address given to your computer when it’s connected to a network. Technically
speaking, an IP address is a 32-bit number that signifies the address of both the
sender and receiver of packets on a network.

Class Address Range Supports

Class A 1.0.0.1 to 126.255.255.254 Large networks with many devices

Class B 128.1.0.1 to 191.255.255.254 Medium-sized networks.
Class C 192.0.1.1 to 223.255.254.254 Small networks (fewer than 256 devices)
Class D 224.0.0.0 to 239.255.255.255 Reserved for multicast groups.

Reserved for future use, or Research and

Class E 240.0.0.0 to 254.255.255.254
Development Purposes.

The two main types of IP Address

1. Static IP Address

As the name speaks, the static IP addresses are those types of IP address that
never change once they are assigned to a device on a network. No doubt this type
of addressing is cost effective but could have a high security risk. Static IP
addresses are mostly used by web, email and gaming servers who don’t care much
about hiding their locations.

2. Dynamic IP Address

On the other hand, a Dynamic IP address changes each time the device logs in
to a network. This kind of IP address is very tough to trace and are thus used by
companies and business firms.

You must be thinking as to who or what allocates this Dynamic IP address

every time the device logs in. Well, these IP address are assigned using DHCP
(Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol). Talking about DHCP in detail is beyond
the scope of this article and we will take it up in a future post.

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How to set a Static IP Address

Normally, your computer’s IP Address has a dynamic IP Address. To find out your
computer’s Dynamic IP simply click the Start button, type cmd and press Enter.
Then, enter the command IPCONFIG and press Enter.

To permanently set it as your Static IP

1. Right click on Wifi icon (Laptop) or LAN icon (PC) at the notification bar
and select Open Network and Sharing Center

2. Select Change adapter settings 3. Right click Local Area Connection

and select Properties

4. Select Internet Protocol Version 4 and click on Properties

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5. Select Use the following IP address and enter the IP addresses from the command
prompt (IPCONFIG).

Note: If you change the default gateway and preferred DNS server, you will lose your
internet connection.

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SELF CHECK 4.1

A. Name the two main types of IP Address

1. Ff

2. ff

B. Classes of IP Address

1. Ff
2. F
3. Fd
4. Fd
5. F

C. What are the simple tests you can conduct to make sure your network is functional?

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