Networking

CMIT 351 Project 2 Description

 

Intro:

ACME University IT has reviewed the results from your prototype and now wants to move forward with an adjusted set of requirements. You will need to implement layer 2 segmentation to control broadcast domains and increase Local Area Network (LAN) performance but also provide routing between segments.

 

Scenario:

IT has tasked you with implementing the revised, routed LAN. This effort builds on the prototype you recently completed. As always, you need to document all your work. The requirements you have specify a maximum number of switches (1), the number of virtual LANs (VLANs) as four, one router, and some computers in each VLAN for endpoint testing.

 

Overview

Modern switches use VLANs to improve network performance by separating large Layer 2 broadcast domains into smaller ones. In general, VLANs make it easier to design a network to support the goals of an organization. However, VLANs are not able to intercommunicate without the addition of layer 3 routing. A router or similar capability is required to facilitate inter-VLAN communication. Additionally, trunking will be required between network layers.

 

Objectives

• Design a routed Local Area Network using switches, routers, and hosts (computers)
• Describe basic switch configuration necessary for switch maintenance and operation
• Describe basic router configuration necessary for router maintenance and operation
• Describe Virtual LANs (VLANs) configurations to enforce segmentation
• Describe router interface configuration necessary facilitate inter-VLAN routing
• Describe necessary VLAN trunking between the switch and router

Tools

• You will need a diagramming application such as io or Visio to complete Part 1.
• You can reference the following uCertify labs for help in building the switch configuration narratives: Modules 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, and 17
• Note: access to physical or emulated Cisco devices is not required to complete this project. However, if you want to test, practice, or otherwise tinker you can get Cisco Packet Tracer (https://skillsforall.com/course/getting-started-cisco-packet-tracer) or GNS3 (https://gns3.com/)