Network connecting 100 individuals together
Network connecting 100 individuals together
Well this is a assignment from my school, guess this scenario is fictitious Cause the assignment did not specify so doing research is kinda tough
It seems like the focus is on understanding expectations rather than delivering a full project. They're looking for clarity on components, setup, and the precise objective.
It seems the setup is fairly straightforward. Each of the five units includes a 48-port switch with 1Gb ports for users and 10Gb ports for central connections. All ten Gb connections merge into a single switch that only requires 10Gb ports. This switch links to a Synology NAS providing all the features mentioned, except internet access. For maximum reliability, add another Synology with failover support. That’s essentially everything you need for this small configuration.
Sure, I'll look into it more thoroughly. Thanks a lot! And Abdul201588 as well.
Ensure each structure has adequate connectivity. A 24 or 48 port switch per building usually suffices. Depending on layout and desired network shape, a distribution switch may be necessary, bringing the total to six. The specific router your ISP supplies matters, along with intended usage and required features. Using a home router isn’t ideal for tasks like VLAN segmentation; otherwise, it might not meet needs. For flat networks with minimal separation, it could work. Enterprise setups often lease ISP routers without control, so an ISP router at the edge plus your own L3 switch inside may be needed. Redundancy and required functions influence the choice. A small Synology NAS can handle basic tasks for a small team. Moving up, consider a Windows server with Active Directory for management. Adding redundancy with two servers helps balance load. Recommended services include AD DNS, DHCP, file sharing, mail, SCCM, anti-virus, and monitoring tools like Nagios or Nagios XI. A print server can also be part of the setup.
You've been reviewing various networking concepts in class. I'm ready to use that knowledge. However, since the quantity of participants isn't a big factor here, you can simply add more switches or ports. Some advanced ideas include implementing Layer 3 at the access edge with a dynamic protocol, which could be outside the current scope. It seems the focus is on collapsed-core/distribution→access layouts and the services needed like DHCP, NAT for the internet, etc. You'll likely earn the most points with a strong IP allocation plan, VLAN setup, proper VLAN trunking, and routing capabilities between networks. If you want to increase complexity, you can incorporate things like firewalls, dynamic routing protocols, IPv6, etc., though greater complexity doesn't always mean better results. The best networks are secure, manageable, and meet performance and flexibility needs.
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