INTERNSHIP REPORT ON

NETWORK INSTALLATION AND

CONFIGURATION
Prepared by Ebisa Obsa
Advisor Name: Ms Hamilet H.
INTRODUCTION
• The installation of a reliable network infrastructure is crucial to support
their daily operations efficiently. This report details the process of
network installation, addressing the Office specific connectivity needs
and contributing to its technological advancement.
• An internship is a professional learning experience that offers
meaningful, practical work related to a student’s field of study or
career interest. An internship gives a student the opportunity for
career exploration and development, and to learn new skills.
• 1 Background of the company
• The Customs Commission is one of the oldest institutions in the history
of Ethiopia. In 1881, for Finance and Treasury; It has been administered
by the Board of Revenue in 1916 for the Minister of Commerce and in
1985 by the Minister of Markets under Proclamation No. 60/1989.
 Vision of the company.
• Jimma Custom Brand IT Office has the following visions.
• Ensure the efficiency and effectiveness of the public service by improving the
human resource management, organization and procedures of the region.
• Jimma Custom Brands visions becoming a renowned and renowned PS of at
regional level.
Mission of the organizations.
• To create a public service with proven efficiency and effectiveness.
• Develop high-tech IT infrastructure and provide superior quality services
whereby the teaching, learning, research, and administrative activities of the
university are carried out by utilizing the resources and services efficiently and
effectively.
• To provide high qualified man power who can do independently.
The main services of Jimma Custom Brand IT.
• Ensure all staff members are motivated and skilled in the use of IT to spark the
culture of continuous development in IT expertise and exposures.
• Building a digital teaching-learning environment both in terms of teaching-
learning materials and digital resource sharing like Video conference and etc.
Statement of Problem
• The company has not enough materials like routers, hubs,
servers etc.
• The company has lack of enough workers classroom.
• The company has not enough material to practice over.
OBJECTIVES OF THE
INTERNSHIP
General objective
The main objective of this practical attachment is to establish
students' practical expertise and allow them to use their
academic knowledge in organizations.
Specific objectives.
• The specific objectives of an internship program are:
• To provide intensive field experience allowing for hands-
on computer work.
• To receive an introduction to an organization within the
information systems industry.
• To gain a better understanding of its design and
structure.
INDUSTRIAL PRACTICE DISCUSSION
Jimma Custom Brand Company's IT center manages the company’s network,
supports network users, offers IT training and consultancy, provides technical
support including training and advice on using personal computers, installs
and repairs software and hardware, and troubleshoots issues.
Section I have been working and work Flow in the section.
• During my study in Jimma Custom Brand IT networking, I worked in
various sections related to computer science, from production to product
distribution. The sections included:
• IT infrastructure and services unit
• Business application development and administration unit
• Learning technologies unit
• IT support maintenance unit
• IT transport and consultation unit
Network devices and materials we used
during internship.
• Cables
Twisted pair cables
Coaxial Cables
Fiber Optic Cable
• Router
• Patch panel
• Switches
• Trucking
• Driller
• Tester
• RG-45
• Crimping tools
• RJ-45 Ethernet jack punch down wiring
Con’t…
How to Connect a Patch Panel to a Switch
• Attach Equipment: Mount the patch panel and switch to a 19" rack
in the wiring closet.
• Run Cables: Pull Ethernet cables from wall jacks in computer rooms
to the wiring closet through a hole.
• Connect Wires: Use a punch-down tool to connect wires to the
patch panel, then bundle them with zip ties.
• Label Jacks: Label each jack on the patch panel for easy
identification and troubleshooting.
• Patch Connections: Plug Ethernet patch cables into the patch panel
and switch ports, allowing for easy network location changes.
Con’t.….
How to Punch Down Wires to Patch Panel
• Measure Cable Length: Determine the required length of the cable.
• Strip Cable: Strip 3-6 inches of the outer jacket using an Ethernet
stripping tool.
• Prepare Wires: Un-twist the wires completely and remove the Cat 6
center spine.
• Sort Wires: Arrange wires in the T568a or T568b pattern.
• Select Port: Choose a port on the patch panel, starting with the
lowest number.
• Terminate Wires: Use a punch-down tool to connect each wire to
the patch panel, cutting excess wire.
• Secure Cable: Use zip ties to secure the cable to the patch panel.
• Test Connections: Use a cable tester to ensure all wires are correctly
terminated.
Con’t….
• Cable Arrangement
A straight-through cable connects different network devices with
both ends following the T568A pinning order. It is used for:
• Routers with switches
• Computers with switches
• Switches with hubs
A cross-over cable connects similar network devices with one
end following the T568A pinning order and the other end
following the T568B pinning order. It is used for:
• Two computers
• Two routers
• Two switches
• Two personal computers
The major duties I was assigned to perform

• This section I mainly executed five tasks, after that I encountered

problem-solving project:
•
• Physical components of Network.
•
• Network Installation.
•
• Router and or Switch Configuration.
•
• Problem with Solution of Computer Networking Troubleshooting.
•
• Problem-Solving project, description that importance for the
company.
•
Knowledge and Skills Gained.
• Practical skills.
• Theoretical Knowledge.
• Interpersonal Communication skills.
• Team playing skills.
• Leadership skills.
• About Work ethics related issue.
• Entrepreneurship skills.
EVALUATION AND CRITIQUE
Strength of Jimma Customs Brand IT Office
• The company workers have good ethics and have good
communication between workers.
• It provides network and computer maintenance training.
• It has good structural arrangement.
• It creates basic awareness on internet, security, emerging
technology.
RECOMMENDATION
• The organization should improve the work environment, ensure
punctuality, and prioritize professionalism for better efficiency.
Communication and coordination across all levels must be
strengthened. Staffing should be increased in high-demand areas,
and infrastructure should be upgraded to enhance efficiency.
• Internship durations should be extended for more hands-on
experience. Advisors should actively supervise and motivate
interns, while providing timely, equal compensation.
• Interns should follow professional work ethics, engage actively, ask
questions, and seek feedback to continuously improve their skills.
Conclusion
• our two mouth practical attachment provided valuable hands-on
experience, transforming theory into practice. It enhanced our skills
and knowledge, especially in network installation, and improved
information accessibility in public services. At Jimma Custom Brand
Office, we observed and learned various professional activities,
making the internship fruitful. This period allowed us to apply
classroom concepts to real-world tasks, such as network cable
installation and configuration. Overall, the attachment developed
our abilities, knowledge, and skills, preparing us for professional
career opportunities and contributing positively to society.