ICASAS307A : Install and Configure a Small Office Home Office Network.

Assessment Task

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Task 1

To complete this task you will need to submit:

A documentconfirmingthe networking requirements givenand requestingmore information about the areas which are unclear, including but not limited to:

  • the number of new users
  • current networking equipment used
  • current licenses available for the different software needed
  • any other information that may be needed to plan the network additions.

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Task 2

To complete this task you will need to submittwoitems:

  1. Thewhole network installation summary sheetfrom Tantalising Electronics, with as much information placed in the Overview and Section 1 as possible, from information given in Tasks 1 and 2.
  2. Ahardware evaluation sheetdetailing products from the different vendors (suppliers) that are identified for the above equipment. Identify the networking equipment (not workstations or server) that will be needed for the new site. Identify at least TWO suppliers for this equipment and get prices and details of availability.

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Task 3

To complete this task you will need to submit:

Anetwork installation planfor the new North Sydney office of Tantalising Electronics, in which you:

  • Identify the components required to meet the technical requirements of the user’s network.
  • Prioritise the tasks involved and contingency plans to achieve minimum business disruption or delay with the installation.
  • Identify the appropriate people and obtain approval for plans including security clearance and schedule.

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Task 4

To complete this task you will need to submit the followingtwoitems:

  1. Acontractor listof local contractors for the cabling and electrical work (use your own locality and list at least two contractors for each service.)
  2. A basicsite survey documentfrom the branch office as in the proposed layout drawing, describing at least—the availability of network cabling and power supply in the existing infrastructure, and the additional number of power, network and telephone outlets to be installed for the current and future needs of the site.

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Task 5

To complete this task you will need to simulate the work involved to position and connect the workstations, server and networking equipment, following the installation plan for Tantalising Electronics new office network, and to submit:

  • thewhole network installation summary sheetwith the second section filled in with as much information as possible from your practical work, depending on equipment availability for the task (seethe Practicality note in Tips).

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Task 6

To complete this task you will need install server and workstation operating systems and submit:

  • thewhole network installation summary sheetwith the third section filled in with as much information as possible from your practical work, depending on equipment availability for the task (seethe Practicality note in Tips).

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Task 7

To complete this task you will need to design and document a test strategy and carry out the testing procedures, to submit:

  • thewhole network installation summary sheetwith the fourth section filled in with as much information as possible from your practical work, depending on equipment availability for the task (seethe Practicality note in Tips).

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Task 8

To complete this task you will need to collate all the information you have gathered through the Tasks of this Unit to create and complete the appropriate documentation and submitfivedocuments:

  1. thewhole network installation summary sheetwith the fifth section filled (the final addition to this document for this Unit)
  2. ahardware register
  3. details ofnetwork configuration
  4. details ofpatch panel connections
  5. aproject sign-off documentthat allows Terry Matheson to sign off on the project and so move it into a maintenance schedule.

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Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Confirm client requirements and identify relevant network equipment / 1.1 Identify and clarify the client requirement for the small office home office network
1.2 Identify the most suitable network design to meet the client requirement
1.3 Develop and document the network design
1.4 Identify the most suitable network technologies, devices and protocols and network cables and connectors to meet the network design
1.5 Review the available network technologies, devices and protocols and determine the most appropriate to meet the client requirements
1.6 Source vendors and service suppliers to obtain specifications, availability and cost of identified components
1.7 Ensure client sign-off for proposed network design and associated components
2. Install and configure hardware and software / 2.1 Develop installation plans, with prioritised tasks and contingency arrangements, for installation of components with minimum disruption to client
2.2 Liaise with appropriate person to obtain approval for the plans, including security clearance and timing
2.3 Confirm and review supplier documentation that network cables and connectors have been installed according to industry standards , client requirements and building requirements
2.4 Install and configure computer and other hardware according to the network design and industry standards using knowledge of relevant installation and configuration tools
2.5 Install and configure network software according to network design and industry standards
2.6 Install and configure other software according to network design and industry standards
3. Configure and test network / 3.1 Troubleshoot client-side connectivity using appropriate networking settings to review relevant network tools
3.2 Test the installed software and hardware, using available networking tools to ensure that components are functioning as expected
3.3 Test the network settings to ensure the network is functioning according to specification
3.4 Resolve problems identified through the testing process
4. Secure network / 4.1 Identify possible security concepts and technologies relevant to securing the network
4.2 Apply specific protection using identified security features to protect against possible network attacks
4.3 Troubleshoot different types of security intrusion symptoms and issues
5. Document completed work, hand over to client and obtain client approval / 5.1 Document final network design and associated hardware, software and security features
5.2 Document installation, bootup and configuration procedures as per client requirements
5.3 Complete handover and secure sign-off from client