Ict 305 - Data Comm Sys and Network Practical Workbook +
Ict 305 - Data Comm Sys and Network Practical Workbook +
(ICT 305)
WORKBOOK
FOR
BACHELOR IN SCIENCE
(B.SC)
IN
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Name:__________________________________________________________________
Mat. No:________________________________________________________________
Level: _______________________________________________________________
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MATERIALS NEDED FOR SIMPLE DATA COMMUNICATION CABLING
1. Network cables
2. RJ-45 connectors
3. Crimping Tool
4. Cable [LAN) Tester
5. 9 Volt batteries
6. Pairs of tweezers
7. Utility knife
1. Computer Systems
2. Network Cables
3. Hub
4. Routers (wired/wireless)
5. Switches
6. Modem
7. Network PCI Adapter cards [wired/wireless]
8. Network Interface Controller/ Wireless Network Interface Controller
9. Trunks
10. Faceplates/Patresses (Data & Electrical]
11. Network accessories e.g. printer, ISP, Firewalls etc.
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COLOR CODE ARRANGEMENTS FOR STRAIGHT THROUGH AND CROSSOVER
CABLES
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METRICS OF COMPARISON OF CAT 5, CAT5E AND CAT 6
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HOW TO WIRE A KEYSTONE JACK WITH THE PUNCH DOWN TOOL
STEP 1
Strip approximately 1.5 inches of jacket from
the twisted-pair cable.
STEP 2
Separate the twisted wire pairs from each other;
then untwist each pair. Straighten wire ends out
as much as possible,
STEP 3
Remove the jack's protective cap.
STEP 4
Once the cap has been removed, you'll notice that
there are wire configurations printed near the
termination slots. If you are given a choice between
"A" and "B" configurations,
choose whichever one you'd like, just be sure to
remember which one you're using when it comes
time to terminate the cable's other end with a jack!
Configurations must be the same at both ends of the network cabling.
STEP 5
Place all 8 wires into the center of the jack; from there,
divert the wires into their correct slots, pressing them as
far down into the termination slots as they will go.
Excess wire length will be extending out of the sides of
the lack.
STEP 6
It's easiest to punch down wires if you do one side of the
jack at a time. Make sure that the punchdown tools"Cut"
side is aligned with the outer edge of the jack, and that
the jack assembly is resting on a hard, sturdy surface that
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is able to withstand force. To punch down each wire, press down on the punch down tool until
you hear a loud click and simultaneous, metallic-sounding "ping". These noises are indicators
that the punch-down has been done correctly; if you don't hear them, you'll know that the
punchdown hasn't been successful.
STEP 7
Check the quality of the punches. Inspect each
termination slot along the outer edge of the jack; each
wire should be firmly anchored at the bottom of its
slot, and the wires' copper conductors will be visible.
STEP 8
Snap the Jack’s cover back on, over the wires
STEP 9
Firmly insert the jack assembly into the faceplate
from the back; be sure that the jack's clip is
facing up: sit properly snaps into the faceplate
port.
STEP 10 Screw the completed jack/faceplate
assembly into the wall
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How to Make an RJ11 Telephone Cable
Below is a documentation on the wiring procedure for making a telephone lead to connect a
telephone to an RJ11 phone outlet plate.
Equipment needed
Roll of Telephone Cable (Single or 2 pair)
RJ11 Crimping Tool
RJ11 Connectors * 2
Steps
1. Using an RJ11 crimping tool, remove the outer protective sleeve leaving around 25mm of
cable exposed
2. Fold over or cut off the extra e.g. the white/orange & white/blue cables
3. Straighten out cables into the required order - the convention is to use the 2 Blue/Orange
wires for pin 2 & 3
4. Again use the crimping tool to cut off the sleeve of the core wires to leave about 12mm
exposed
5. Push the cables into the 2 central RJ11 slots (will have copper pins)
6. Use the crimping tool to crimp the connector onto the cable
7. Repeat the same process for the other end of the cable.
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TASK 1
NAME:
WORKTO DO
1. List all the materials and network accessories used to perform simple data communication
cabling used in transmitting information.
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List the steps involved in performing the two (2) types of simple Data Communication Cabling
as practicalized by the Technologist during the practical session.
i. Straight-through Cabling
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3. Attach pictures of the two (2) cables crimped and tested by you.
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TASK 2
NAME:
WORKTO DO
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2. Explain the need for communication between machines.
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3. Explain the functions of the following categories of Network Equipment:
i) Line controllers
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ii) Line Drivers
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iii) Modems
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iv) Digital Service Units
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v) Traffic Clustering Devices e.g. multiplexers and concentrators
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4. List and explain the uses/ applications of Straight through and Crossover Cables
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TASK 3 - 4
NAME:
WORK TO DO
1. List all the materials and network accessories that can to network a small office using LAN
(both data communication & electrical) as a means of communication.
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List the steps involved in performing trunking of cables (both data communication & electrical)
as a means of communication as shown by the Technologist during the practical session.
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3. Attach pictures of the structured LAN (trunked) cables, crimped, punched and tested,
designed by your group.
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TASK 5
NAME:
WORK TO DO
1b. List and briefly describe the functionalities of the different OSI layers?
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2. Highlight the steps involved in configuring a Static IP Address on a computer system
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3. What kind of Cable do you need to connect two laptops to communicate adjacent to each
other? Is it Straight-through or Crossover? Justify your answer.
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