TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION

GRADE 9 – COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING

Quarter 2 -Week 5 & 6
AUTHOR: REYMAR M. PACAO

Setting-Up Computer
Networks

Most Essential Learning Competency:

Set router/Wi-fi/wireless access point/repeater configuration in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions network design, and end user preferences.

Before starting the module, I want you to set aside other tasks that will disturb you in
doing the lessons. Read the simple instructions below to successfully enjoy the objectives
of this kit. Don’t forget to go back to basic when things get complicated (CSS 101) Have
fun!

1. Follow carefully all the contents and instructions indicated in every page of
this module.
2. Manage to take down notes that will help you recall essential information which is
critical in performing the tasks.
3. Perform all the provided activities in the module.
4. Let your facilitator/guardian assess your answers using the answer key card.
5. Analyze conceptually the posttest and apply what you have learned.
6. Enjoy studying!

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. Configure client device systems in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions and
end user preference
2. Configure LAN and wireless settings in accordance with manufacturer’s
instructions and network design
3. Configure wireless settings in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions, network
design, and end-user preferences

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Multiple Choice:
DIRECTIONS: Read each item carefully. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1. The following are correct time zone for Philippines, except?
a. Taipei b. Kuala Lumpur c. Beijing d. Canada
2. It is a cable used for wired connection to connect two or more computers.
a. coaxial cable b. RJ45 c. telephone cable d. ethernet cable
3. Is a device that sends, receives, and translates information from the internet and makes
it available within the Local Area Network.
a. switch b. hub c. router d. modem
4. Is a way station that controls the traffic of data within the network.
a. network adapter b. network driver c. modem d. router
5. It is the first step before configuring your router?
a. connects cable b. login c. ipconfig d. reset
6. What is the indicator that your router is already reset?
a. no light b. lights on c. power off d. no changes
7. Default IP address of a router.
a. 255.255.255.0 b. 192.168.2.3 c. .192.168.1.1 d. 198.168.0.0
8. Default password of a router
a. 1 b. 321 c. no password d. admin
9. Tab which you can change the user name and password of a router
a. Security b. Network c. Wireless d. Access Restriction
10. A group of computers and associated devices that shares a common communications
line or wireless link to a server
a. modem b. LAN c. WI-FI d. ethernet

You have learned the different types of Network Topology from the previous
module you have read. Let’s see if you could still recall the basic terminologies by guessing the
terms that are best described by the following statements.

DIRECTION: Identify the terms being described on the following statement.

____________1. A topology in which every computer and network device is connected to a
single cable.
____________2. A topology, all the computers are connected to a single hub through a cable.
____________3. It is also called hierarchical topology.
____________4. It is a combination of two different types of topologies which are a mixture of
two or more topologies
____________5. It is a point-to-point connection to other nodes or devices.

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 In this Module, student learn about computer network which includes identifying
what is client device system settings, allowing to define different settings as necessary. Configure
Local area Network (LAN) using different peripherals needed. And finally setting up wireless
connections.
Setting up your router that will holds your network together, connect your computer
to another, either through ethernet cables or a wireless connection. Assigning unique IP Address
to direct traffic on the network. Making sure the right information from the outside world gets to
the right computer on your network.

LESSON 1: Client Device Systems Settings

Client Device Settings is a way to manage client device by which you can specify client
settings. Configure custom client settings, which override the default client settings to assign them
into collections, allowing you to define different settings as necessary. But always take note that
those Client Device systems settings are configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and end-user preferences.

In this module I will show the steps on setting up your client device on Windows 10 OS
to be configured manually

Steps on how to configure Client Device Settings

1. Setting up Time and Date

a. On Windows 10 Operating System, to set up the Date and Time go to the right
bottom of your taskbar see figure below:

Figure 1.1 Date and Time

b. Right click on the area of time and date then click on “Adjust date/time”. The
date/time settings will appear.

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 Figure 1.2 Adjust Date and Time

c. If you wish to set your date/time automatically just click “ON” at “Set Time
Automatically”. If not, you can turn it off and manually set the date and time.

d. You can also set “Time Zone” below change date and time. You could
choose Beijing, Kuala Lumpur or Taipei, Philippines is none on the choices just choose
a Time Zone that much on our Time “UTC+8”.

2. Set up Computer Name

a. In setting up your Computer Name, Go to Start Menu and search for “This PC”, and
other Windows OS version you can find it on Desktop a Computer Icon with a name of
“My Computer”. Just click on properties, For Windows 10, please see figure below:

Figure 1.3 This PC

b. Then it will prompt up to “Control Panel”. Click on “Change Settings”

button that is shown below::

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 Figure 1.4 System Control Panel

c. After clicking “Change Settings”, another window will appear. You can now change the
“Computer Description” and “Computer Name.” As shown on figure below..

Figure 1.5 Change Computer Name

NOTE: Changing of Computer Name plays important role in computer network. It will
serve as your computer identity. It allows you to easily locate which computer are
connected to the network and which one need to be configured.
3. Install and Configure Network Driver

Installing Network Driver is necessary so that you will have an access to the network
connection as needed. You can use Driver Pack Solution.

Figure 1.6 Driver Pack Solution

Note: Make sure you use the compatible driver pack relative to your Windows
operating system.
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 After the installation of network driver, no you can configure the network of your PC. On
the system tray right click “Open Network and internet Setting” to configure unique IP Adress to
your machine. So that the correct destination, information sent across the network.

Figure 1.7 Network Setting

Click on “Change Adapter Options” it will prompt to network Connections then right click on
“Ethernet” Select properties. See figure below.

Figure 1.8 Network Connection

Click on the “Internet Protocol Version 4

(TCP/IPv4) then select properties to set the preferred unique IP Address of your PC. Click ok to
save the changes you made. This computer is now configured with the new unique IP Address.

Your PC’s IP Address

Your Router IP Address

Figure 1.9 TCP/IPv4 Set up

Follow the above step on the second computer to set up new unique IP Address.
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4. Install necessary software application

Ex. Microsoft Office and Antivirus

Figure 1.9 Application Software

Activity 1
TRUE OR FALSE: Write the word TRUE in the space provider if the statements
are correct and FALSE if it is not.
__________1. Configure custom client settings, which override the default client settings to
assign them into collections.
__________2. To adjust Date and Time double click it from the lower right corner of taskbar.
__________3. Setting up Time Zone, you will select “Philippines” from the dropdown menu.
__________4. Different computer must have the same IP Address
__________5. Using driver pack compatibility to your Operating System must be observed.
__________6. You can set date and time automatically.
__________7. Computer Name and Description is important in Computer Network.
__________8. Installing network driver is not necessary.
__________9. Default client setting will be use in computer network
__________10. Assigning IP Address must be unique.

LESSON 2: Configure Local Area Network

A Local Area Network (LAN) is a group of computers and associated devices that share
a common communications line or wireless link to a server. Typically, a LAN encompasses
computers and peripherals connected to a server within a distinct geographic area such as an
office or a commercial establishment. Computers and other mobile devices use a LAN
connection to share resources such as a printer or network storage.

Equipment and Peripherals Needed for Configuring LAN

Equipment and peripherals Name Description

A personal computer (PC) is a multi-purpose

computer whose size, capabilities, and price
Personal Computer make it feasible for individual use. Personal
computers are intended to be operated
directly by an end user

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 An Ethernet cable is a network cable used for
wired connections to the Internet. The image
Ethernet Cable below shows a standard ethernet (Cat5e)
cable. Ethernet cables come in a variety of
colors and lengths.

A router is a networking device that forwards

data packets between computer networks.
Routers perform the traffic directing functions
Router
on the Internet. Data sent through the
internet, such as a web page or email, is in
the form of data packets.

A modem a portmanteau of "modulator-

demodulator" – is a hardware device that
converts data from a digital format, intended
Modem for communication directly between devices
with specialized wiring, into one suitable for a
transmission medium such as telephone lines
or radio.

1. Prepare your Workplace

It must be clean and dry. Work on a spacious table. If necessary, work with your PPE.
Do not forget to apply the OHS policies and procedures.

2. Determine the number of computers you want to connect.

The number of computers you're connecting will determine the type of network hardware
you'll need.

3. Determine your network layout.

If you’re installing a permanent LAN solution, you'll want to keep cable length in mind.
CAT5 Ethernet cables should not run longer than 250 feet.
4. Plug one end of an Ethernet cable into your computer.
Make sure you're using an Ethernet cable (RJ45), not a telephone cable.

5. Plug the other end of the cable into an open LAN port.

Connect the other end of the

ethernet cable to the available
LAN port on the router

Figure 2.1 Connected Router

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6. Reset the Router.
To reset the Router just click the small button on the back of your router using a Pin or Ballpen
and wait until all the icons in front of the Router will Lights on. See figure below.

Figure 2.2 Resetting Router

7. Go to browser either “Google Chrome” or “Microsoft Edge”. And type in the

default IP Address. Depends on Manufacturer. For this module, we will
use 192.168.1.1. See figure below:

Figure 2.3 Default IP Address of the router

8. Router Login will appear. Type on default username and password.
“admin” is most default username and password, still depends on
manufacturer. See figure below:

Figure 2.4 Linksys Router

webpage set up Login

NOTE: Resetting your router to its default factory settings will also reset your router's
password. The router's default password is “admin” as for the username,(for Linksys WRT32N).
Default factory username and password may vary depend on the model number and brand
manufacturers.
9. After encoding the default IP Address and entering the default username and password, the
Router User Interface will appear. We will now ready for Router Setting Up.

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 Figure 2.5 Linksys Router
webpage Basic set up

10. Click on the Configuration dropdown menu and select Static IP. And change your IP
Address. note on the Sequence of your IP Address. Disable the DHCP Server
Save and it will reboot.

Figure 2.6 Linksys Router

Assigning IP Address

Activity 2
Fill in the crossword puzzle with the term being described below. You are guided with the
descriptions below.
ACROSS:
2. first step in configuring a router
3. is a hardware device that converts
data from a digital format, intended
for communication directly between
devices.
5. encompasses computers and
peripherals connected to a server
within a distinct geographic area.

DOWN:
1. a networking device that forwards
data packets between computer
networks.
4. default username and password
of a router.

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LESSON 2: Configure Wireless Settings
Wireless networks are computer networks that are not connected by cables of any kind.
The use of a wireless network enables enterprises to avoid the costly process of introducing
cables into buildings or as a connection between different equipment locations. The basis of
wireless systems are radio waves, an implementation that takes place at the physical level of
network structure.
Setting up a wireless network
1. First, we need to check whether you have a wireless adapter.
a. type in the search bar “Device Manager”
b. Expand the Network Adapter.
c. Look for the network adapter for wireless
connection as shown in the in the figure.

Figure 3.1 Wireless Network

Adapter

2. Setting up the modem and Internet connection

After you have all the equipment, you'll need to set up your modem and Internet connection. If
your modem wasn't set up for you by your Internet service provider (ISP), follow the instructions
that came with your modem to connect it to your PC and the Internet. If you're using Digital
Subscriber Line (DSL), connect your modem to a phone jack. If you’re using cable, connect your
modem to a cable jack.
3. Positioning the wireless router
Place the router as close to the center of your home as possible to increase the strength of the
wireless signal throughout your home.
a. Place your wireless router in a central location. Place the router as close to the center of
our home as possible to increase the strength of the wireless signal throughout your home.

b. Position the wireless router off the floor and away from wall sand metal objects, such
as metal file cabinets. The fewer physical obstructions between your PC and the router's signal,
the more likely that you'll be using the router's full signal strength.
Securing your wireless network
To help make your network more secure:
Change the default user name and password. This helps protect your router. Most router
manufacturers have a default user name and password on the router and a default network name
(also known as the SSID). Someone could use this info to access your router without you knowing
it. To help avoid that, change the default user name and password for your router. See
the documentation for your device for instructions.

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 Figure 3.2 Changing router User
name and Password

Set up a security key (password) for your network. Wireless networks have a network
security key to help protect them from unauthorized access. We recommend using Wi-Fi
Protected Access 2 (WPA2) security if your router supports it. See the documentation for your
router for more detailed info, including what type of security is supported and how to set it up.

Figure 3.2 Assigning WI-FI

Security

Some routers support Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). If your router supports WPS and it’s
connected to the network, follow these steps to set up a network security key:
1. Do one of the following, depending on which version of Windows is running on your PC:

• In Windows 7 or Windows 8.1, select Start, start typing Network and Sharing Center,
and then choose it in the list.
• In Windows 10, select Start , then select Settings > Network &
Internet > Status > Network and Sharing Center.
2. Select Set up a new connection or network.
3. Select Set up a new network, then choose Next.

The wizard will walk you through creating a network name and a security key. If your router
supports it, the wizard will default to Wi-Fi Protected Access (WPA or WPA2) security.

Connect a PC to your wireless network

1. Select the Network or icon in the notification area.
2. In the list of networks, choose the network that you want to connect to,
and then select Connect.
3. Type the security key (often called the password).

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Activity 3.1 (Optional)
Compare and Contrast. Watch the two videos on how to configure wireless router and write down
at least (5) differences based on your observation. Write your answer below.

How to Setup and Configure Linksys Wireless Router. Tech Lab Tutorial
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6LofSwZ1aAs&t=6s

How to Setup and Configure DLink Wireless Router by Net VN

Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SjFI2xwhCPQ

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Activity 3.2
DIRECTIONS: Rearrange the given steps on how to configure WLAN. Put the correct
sequence of steps by using numbers 1-10 in the space provided, 1 is the
first step and 10 is the last step.

_____1. Look for Network and Sharing Center.

_____2. Positioning the wireless router
_____3. Select Set up a new network, and then choose Next.
_____4. Setting up the modem and Internet connection.
_____5. Check whether you have a wireless adapter.
_____6. Change the default user name and password
_____7. Set up a security key (password) for your network
_____8. Select Set up a new connection or network.
_____9. Secure your wireless network
_____10. Select the Start button, look for Control Panel and click Network and Internet.

A good computer technician is well equipped with the knowledge and

understanding of the tasks he is performing. He knows the importance behind every step and
measures he takes.
A knowledgeable technician is able to master and memorize the procedures in
setting up networks. Specifically dealing with the configuration of device systems settings and
wireless router in connecting computers network.

As a Computer System Servicing student, What is the advantage of knowing the

basic configuration of setting up computer network? Write you answer below.

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Multiple Choice:
DIRECTIONS: Read each item carefully. Encircle the letter of the correct answer.
1. Which of the following is not the correct time zone setting for the Philippines?
a. Singapore b. Taipei c. Beijing d. Canada
2. Setting up your _______ is important. This will serve as the Identity of your computer.
a. date and time b. router c. modem d. computer name
3. What is the default user name and password of Linksys router?
a. administrator b. administer c. ADMIN d. admin
4. Which of the following should be the first step in configuring a router?
a. reboot b. turn on c. turn off d. reset
5. Which of the following is defined as a networking hardware used to connect one network
device to other network devices or to connect two or more computers to share printers,
scanners etc.?
a. ethernet cable b. network driver c. installers d. driver pack
6. Which of the following is a device that sends, receives, and translates information from
the internet and makes it available within the Local Area Network?
a. router b. modem c. switch d. hub
7. Which of the following is the default IP Address of the Linksys router?
a. .192.168.1.100 b. .192.168.0.1 c. 192.168.1.1 d. 192.168.0.0
8. The first step in setting up wireless network is to check whether your computer has
_______?
a. keyboard b. mouse c. speaker d. network adapter
9. Which of the following is a way stations that control the traffic of data within a network,
assigns a unique IP Address to each computer?
a. router b. network adapter c. Device Manager d. network driver
10. Which of the following is an indicator that your router are already reset.
a. reboot b. lights on c. light off d. None

Additional Activities
To improve your understanding, watch the following videos in the links below.
1. Connect to Wireless and Set Up a Homegroup Network in Windows 10
by Simon Sez I
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eF4dWh8-PY
2. How To Setup/Configuration of Wi-Fi Router | STEP-BY-STEP by SHYAMSTECH
Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jJ--1yHis0

What are the most significant information you have learned from this module? Write your
answer on a separate paper.
References:
• https://docs.microsoft.com/en-us/mem/configmgr/core/clients/deploy/about-client-settings.
• http://www.slideshare.net/ Configure Client Device Settings
• https://www.wikihow.com/Create-a-Local-Area-Network-(LAN)
• https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/setting-up-a-wireless-network-97914e31-
3aa4-406d-cef6-f1629e2c3721

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