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Network Architecture: Design a simple LAN for ABC

stewardbac45
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  • Description of ASC network

    Alfa Security Consulting (ASC) provides security consulting services to wide range of business, individual, schools and organizations. ASC headquarters is located in Congo, Zambia. ASC and has three blocks: A, D & E, which must be interconnected by a TCP/IP network. Subnet requirements are: Block A 3, Block D 2, and Block E 2. All hosts within the ASC network will be assigned IP addresses automatically using the DHCP server. For security reasons, ASC servers (five) must be located in one subnet. ASC local network needs one ISP link for Internet service.

  • Design Requirement:

    1. The physical configuration of routers should be: F0/0, F1/0, F2/0, S3/0, S4/0 & S5/0

    2. Use Switches with Model number 2960-24T

    3. Configure a DHCP server with at least seven pools of private IP addresses

    4. Use OSPF as the dynamic routing protocol.

    5. Configure NAT between ASC network and ISP network (private & public IP address)

    6. Use the following IP Networks:

      o For Ethernet links, use 192.168.100.0/24 (each subnet has 21 hosts)
      o For serial links, use 10.100.200.0/24 (serial links has two hosts use /30)
      o For the link between ASC private network and ISP,useIPnetwork199.150.100.4/30

    7. Consider the following:

      o Configure at least two Floating routes

      o Configure a default route between BPSC router and ISP 2 of 3

      o Use Redistribution to distribute Default route to all router in BPSC network.

ASC has hired you as a Technology consultancy to help in designing their TCP/IP data network that matches the description given above.

Deliverables

  • ASC TCP/IP Network design (Cisco PT Simulation)

  • Report on design 7 pages



               This rubric will be used as a guide:

    1. Choice of Connecting devices such as Routers, Switches and hubs  and their physical configuration

    2.  Network Topology that corresponds to the assignment description

    3. Logical configuration of the connecting devices within the network topology- Reasons on decisions will be awarded

    4. Design of the DHCP Server- pools, IP range, and location in the topology.

    5. NAT, choice of NAT Type, and configuration

    6. OSPF/ configuration, Areas choice (Standards)-why, Default route, Route Redistribution, Floating Routes of your choice

    7. Remote Router configuration using Telnet and Console configuration-using PC or laptops to configure a Router/Switch

    8. Report of 7 pages and slides (at least 6)

       

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@stewardbac45 hi, for this assignment, what have you done so far? are you getting any issues or error where we can help? or do you need theoretical guide?

Please rate this and mark as solution/answer, if this resolved your issue
Good luck
KB

Can you help me the whole assignment, i am a bit new at this

We were all new at some point.  One would hope/assume whatever network training/education you had, up until now, in theory, allows you to complete this assignment.

If by help on whole assignment, you mean being able to ask specific questions, such as I want to do this for this reason, or I don't fully understand this specific issue, you're likely to obtain extensive guidance.

If you're looking for help to do this assignment for you, you'll likely receive little of that, although some may provide that too.

Many of us want to see you actually learn, if you don't actually learn, you won't have much of a career.

BTW, sometimes such assignments are actually beyond your, to date, level of understanding, so they are designed also to challenge you.  I.e. you may not need to provide a perfect result to score well (although in real world, assumption is you meet all requirements).

Skimming your OP, not quite sure what a "block" is, and I'm a bit baffled by a need to provide two floating static routes when OSPF is being used.  Also, unclear about how redistribution of the default route into OSPF is desired.  (IMO, it's perfectly legitimate to ask for requirements clarification.)

vishalbhandari
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The ASC network is designed to interconnect three blocks (A, D, and E) at the headquarters in Congo, Zambia, using a robust TCP/IP network. Each block requires specific subnets (Block A: 3, Block 2, Block E: 2), and all hosts will receive IP addresses automatically via a centralized DHCP server with seven IP pools. For enhanced security, all ASC servers will reside in a dedicated subnet.

The design incorporates Cisco 2960-24T switches and routers configured with interfaces F0/0, F1/0, F2/0, S3/0, S4/0, and S5/0. Ethernet links will use the 192.168.100.0/24 network (subnets with 21 hosts), while serial links will use 10.100.200.0/24 (subnet mask /30 for point-to-point). A public-private NAT configuration is implemented using 199.150.100.4/30 for internet access, ensuring seamless connectivity between the ASC private network and the ISP.

Dynamic routing is handled by OSPF, with appropriate areas chosen for simplicity and efficiency. A default route will be configured between the ASC network and the ISP, with route redistribution ensuring the default route is available throughout the network. At least two floating routes will provide redundancy.

The physical and logical topology includes the placement of a DHCP server and key configuration decisions, such as NAT type, IP address ranges, and OSPF area design. Remote management is facilitated using Telnet and console configurations. The deliverables include a Cisco Packet Tracer simulation, a detailed seven-page report, and six presentation slides, covering the technical details and justifications for all design choices.