VIP24 Problem Statement (Networking)
VIP24 Problem Statement (Networking)
Student must select any 1 of the Topologies in the pages below in order to complete
the Problem statement mentioned on the final page.
2. Student must create the Topology using the Cisco Packet Tracer Software.
(Click here to download the software)
3. Student must submit the .pkt file (created using the packet tracer software) in the
google form shared to submit the solution of the problem statement.
(Click here for the submission form)
Note: Student should submit the .pkt file with the proper filename. For eg: <student name>.pkt
Topology : 1
The objective is to establish a connection between multiple computers using a switch and assign unique IP addresses to each computer.
This involves performing "ping" tests between neighboring computers to verify connectivity. Also, explore the MAC table in the switch and
understand its fundamental functionalities such as learning, flooding, and forwarding. Furthermore, experiment with basic configuration
and view commands on the switch to familiarize ourselves with its operation.
Topology : 2
The objective is to establish connectivity between multiple computers by utilizing two separate networks, a router, and a switch. The
setup involves connecting the computers to the switch, which in turn is connected to the router, thereby enabling communication
between the two networks. This focuses on understanding how ping operations work between the two networks. By initiating ping
commands from computers in one network to computers in the other network, we can examine the functionality of inter-network
communication.
Examine the routing table, ARP table, and MAC table and gain insights into the network's routing and switching operations, addressing
resolution, and how the switch manages and forwards traffic between the connected networks.
Topology : 3
The objective is to establish connectivity between multiple networks using routers. Configure a dynamic routing protocol, such as OSPF
(Open Shortest Path First), on each router in the Level. The focus will be on understanding how OSPF operates and how it builds the
routing table. Examine the routing table, ARP table, and MAC table and gain insights into the network's routing and switching operations,
addressing resolution, and how the switch manages and forwards traffic between the connected networks.
Task & Submission:
1. Students must simulate any 1 of the network topologies and perform the mentioned activity.
2. Students must utilize the in-built packet sniffer tool to intercept and analyze the packets at
each node.
3. Students can extract relevant information from the packet headers, particularly noting changes
occurring in the Ethernet and IP headers.
4. Using this data, create a flow diagram illustrating the path of the packet flow from their device
(host) to the external network.
(Note: Students need to only use Packet Tracer and it’s in-built tools for this task)