ICT40115 Wireless Network Design, Configuration and Security Report

This report documents the process of installing and configuring a Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) for a small office, adhering to the requirements of the ICT40115 Certificate IV in Information Technology. The project involves selecting, installing, and configuring appropriate hardware and software components such as routers, wireless access points, and network-attached storage (NAS) devices. The report covers essential tasks, including securing the network, testing its performance, and documenting the configuration for client handover. It also addresses user training and support, ensuring that staff can effectively use the new network infrastructure. The final deliverable includes detailed documentation of the network design, installation procedures, and security measures implemented to meet the client's business and technical requirements.

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Details of Assessment
Term and Year Time allowed N/A
Assessment No 2 of 2 Assessment Weighting 40%
Assessment Type Report Writing
Due Date Week-8 Room George St
Details of Subject
Qualification ICT40115 Certificate IV in Information Technology
Subject Name Wireless Network
Details of Unit(s) of competency
Unit Code (s) and
Names
ICTICT401 Determine and confirm client business requirements
ICTNWK405 Build a small wireless local area network
ICTSAS307 Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
ICTNWK410 Install hardware to a network
Details of Student
Student Name
College Student ID
Student Declaration: I declare that the work submitted is my
own and has not been copied or plagiarised from any person or
source. I acknowledge that I understand the requirements to
complete the assessment tasks. I am also aware of my right to
appeal. The feedback session schedule and reassessment
procedure were explained to me.
Student’s
Signature: ____________________
Date: _____/_____/_________
Details of Assessor
Assessor’s Name
Assessment Outcome
Assessment
Result Competent Not Yet Competent Marks /40
Feedback to Student
Progressive feedback to students, identifying gaps in competency and comments on positive improvements:
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Assessor Declaration: I declare that I have conducted a
fair, valid, reliable and flexible assessment with this
student.
Student attended the feedback session.
Student did not attend the feedback session.
Assessor’s
Signature: ___________________
Date: _____/_____/________
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Purpose of the assessment
The purpose of this assessment is to assess the student in the following
outcomes:
Competent
(C)
Not yet
Competent
(NYC)
ICTSAS307 Install, configure and secure a small office or home office network
2. Install and configure hardware and software
2.4 Install and configure computer and other hardware according to 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 installed software and hardware, using available networking tools to
ensure components function as expected
3.3 Test network settings to ensure network is functioning according to
specification
3.4 Resolve problems identified in 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, boot up and configuration procedures as per client
requirements
5.3 Complete handover and secure sign-off from client
ICTNWK410 Install hardware to a network
3. Install network hardware
3.1 Conduct installation with minimal disruption to clients
3.2 Install hardware according to appropriate installation procedures
3.3 Configure and test the installation to ensure that it meets client needs
4. Provide instruction and support for installed products
4.1 Determine and document client instructions and needs
4.2 Provide one-to-one or group instruction to client and users as required
4.3 Obtain client evaluation and feedback to ensure that client requirements
have been met
ICTNWK405 Build a small wireless local area network
2. Select, install and configure wireless access point
2.1 Select access point device based on current and future client needs
2.2 Install and configure access point to provide wireless access to network
2.3 Configure services
2.4 Test access point and verify wireless connection and security
arrangements
2.5 Select, install and configure appropriate wireless card where necessary for
legacy equipment
3. Configure network
3.1 Configure security and other key parameters consistent with commercial
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and business requirements
3.2 Test security and firewall arrangements with appropriate test equipment
3.3 Test the network with user equipment for general compatibility and access
4. Train users
4.1 Determine devices to be connected to the network
4.2 Demonstrate how pairing and log-on arrangements are established to user
4.3 Inform users of wireless network etiquette and traffic capacity issues
4.4 Develop user documentation
5. Monitor and administer wireless network
5.1 Monitor wireless network performance using diagnostic tools
5.2 Debug networking issues to maintain trouble-free wireless connection
5.3 Document current settings and store securely
Assessment/evidence gathering conditions
Each assessment component is recorded as either Competent (C) or Not Yet Competent (NYC). A student
can only achieve competence when all assessment components listed under “Purpose of the assessment”
section are recorded as competent. Your trainer will give you feedback after the completion of each
assessment. A student who is assessed as NYC (Not Yet Competent) is eligible for re-assessment.
Resources required for this assessment
 Computer with relevant software applications and access to internet
 Weekly eLearning notes relevant to the tasks/questions
Instructions for Students
Please read the following instructions carefully
 This assessment has to be completed In class At home
 The assessment is to be completed according to the instructions given by your assessor.
 Feedback on each task will be provided to enable you to determine how your work could be improved.
You will be provided with feedback on your work within two weeks of the assessment due date. All other
feedback will be provided by the end of the term.
 Should you not answer the questions correctly, you will be given feedback on the results and your gaps in
knowledge. You will be given another opportunity to demonstrate your knowledge and skills to be deemed
competent for this unit of competency.
 If you are not sure about any aspect of this assessment, please ask for clarification from your assessor.
 Please refer to the College re-assessment for more information (Student handbook).
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Assessment Task 2- Practical/Project Activity Report (40%)
In this assessment task, you are required to install and configure a WLAN (Wireless Local Area
Network) for small office or home office network by choosing appropriate hardware and software in
accordance to business and technical requirements including testing, monitoring performance and
speed, updating and backing up the firmware identifying security.
Firstly, you need to identify appropriate computer & other hardware/software according to the network
design, and then install and configure it as per your network design and industry standard.
Key tasks are:
1. Install and configure computer and other hardware according to network design and industry
standards, using knowledge of relevant installation and configuration tools
2. Install and configure network software according to network design and industry standards
3. Install and configure other software according to network design and industry standards
4. Troubleshoot client-side connectivity using appropriate networking settings to review relevant
network tools
5. Test installed software and hardware, using available networking tools to ensure components
function as expected
6. Test network settings to ensure network is functioning according to specification
7. Resolve problems identified in testing process
8. Identify possible security concepts and technologies relevant to securing the network
9. Apply specific protection using identified security features to protect against possible network
attacks
10. Troubleshoot different types of security intrusion symptoms and issues
11. Document final network design and associated hardware, software and security features
12. Document installation, boot up and configuration procedures as per client requirements
13. Complete handover and secure sign-off from client
14. Conduct installation with minimal disruption to clients
15. Install hardware according to appropriate installation procedures
16. Configure and test the installation to ensure that it meets client needs
17. Determine and document client instructions and needs
18. Provide one-to-one or group instruction to client and users as required
19. Obtain client evaluation and feedback to ensure that client requirements have been met
20. Select access point device based on current and future client needs
21. Install and configure access point to provide wireless access to network
22. Configure services
23. Test access point and verify wireless connection and security arrangements
24. Select, install and configure appropriate wireless card where necessary for legacy equipment
25. Configure security and other key parameters consistent with commercial and business
requirements
26. Test security and firewall arrangements with appropriate test equipment
27. Test the network with user equipment for general compatibility and access
28. Determine devices to be connected to the network
29. Demonstrate how pairing and log-on arrangements are established to user
30. Inform users of wireless network etiquette and traffic capacity issues
31. Develop user documentation
32. Monitor wireless network performance using diagnostic tools
33. Debug networking issues to maintain trouble-free wireless connection
34. Document current settings and store securely
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Background Information:
Sydney Education Group (SEG) is a growing educational provider. It has been operating since
2010. Its main business is to provide vocational training and education for international students. With
further growth in business, SEG has decided to open new office in Brisbane.
Business Details:
The business is owned and managed by John Carter. He is the CEO of the company. There are
altogether 10 full-time for Brisbane Campus.
Brisbane campus comprises of 2 departments and 10 staff; Marketing and Admissions. Andre Shaw is
office manager and is responsible for operations, budgeting and approval for Brisbane site. Tracy
Johnson and Angela Sharma are head of Marketing and Admissions department respectively. They
both have 3 staff members in their departments. Tracy is responsible for marketing materials,
approving contents in the website for Brisbane and organising course information. Angela looks after
compliance, student’s documents and policy and procedure.
The following is the organisational chart for Brisbane campus.
The budget SEG have for IT infrastructure is $30,000 in order to purchase physical, network hardware
and software. With these hardware and software are you are require to set up IT infrastructure and
network connectivity in Brisbane campus.
Challenges:
SEG has contracted Complete IT Solutions (CIS) (Managed Services) to complete this project. You
are working as a Network Administrator in CIS. Andre has requested CIS to investigate and prepare a
recommendation report that satisfies all the Hardware, Software, and Infrastructure requirements for
SEG.
Furthermore, after meeting with Andre, Johnson and Angela, following information were collected.
 Each staff member will have complete desktop, access to printer, wireless and NAS
 Staff should be able to use the network securely.
 Data in Network Access Storage (NAS) should be able to share between all staff.
 Hardware and software should be of industry standards.
 Router and WAP must be regularly monitored and backed up.
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Andre Shaw
Office Manager
Tracy Johnson
Marketing
officers X 3
Angela
Sharma
Admissions
Officers X 3
Receptionist

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Minimum System Requirements:
The below are the minimum hardware and software requirements based on the discussion with
stakeholder.
Item Specification Quantity
Desktop  Processor: Core i5, 2.0 GHz
 RAM: 4 GB
 Hard Drive: 500 GB
10
Monitor At least 22 inches 10
Keyboard and Mouse Wired or Wireless 10
Router ADSL2+ Router with 300 Mbps 1
Wireless Access Point  Support both 2.4 and 5 GHz
 Gigabit Ethernet Port
 At least 300 Mbps
 Guest Access
2
NAS  At least 1 TB
 Must support RAID-5
 1 GB RAM
 Network Port
1
Software  Windows 7 Enterprise 10
Requirements and deliverables
The practical part of this assessment will be observed directly by your assessor. You are also required
to print out the screen shots of each task you have performed to provide evidence, and submit it with
the cover page.
1. What to submit
a. A complete document involved in performing the in installation and configuration of wireless
router according to requirement of the exercises.
Your task is to research and identify the most appropriate computer and other hardware/software that
is suitable for the scenario given, and then select, install, and configure it including wireless
router/access point/NIC card as per your network design that meets the current industry standard for
WLAN.
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Marking Guide For Trainer:
Marking Guide
Marks
Exercise 1: Install, configure and test wireless network
/5
Exercise 2: Set the wireless Channel /5
Exercise 3: Configure Encryption and Authentication /5
Exercise 4: Backing Up and Restoring a Configuration File /5
Exercise 5: Updating the Firmware /5
Exercise 6: Security configure MAC Address Filtering /5
Exercise 7: Configuring Access Points—Performance /5
Exercise 8: Testing/Troubleshooting /5
Total /40
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A typical WLAN topology setup is shown below as an exemplar:
Fig 1: Network Topology for WLAN
Step 1: Setting up the Router/Computer hardware/software
 Install and configure computer and other hardware
 Install and configure network software
 Install and configure other software
 Install and configure appropriate wireless card (where necessary for legacy
equipment)
 Install and configure access point to provide wireless access to network
 Setup the physical wireless router (based on your findings through the research)
 Choose the right network cables (Ethernet) to connect the wireless router
 Ensure all the OHS procedures are followed according to the organisational
requirements while connecting the cable and switching on the router
 Ensure all the installation being conducted with minimal disruption to clients
 Ensure the cable is connected well and the router lights are on
 Finally, ensure all the current setup including hardware/software configuration
procedures/security setting is well documented, and store securely for the complete
handover process to obtain client approval/sign-off from the client.
Your Tasks:
Exercise 1: Install, configure and test wireless network
The first step is to connect our router with our computer or a PC. After that open any of the
web browsers be it Chrome, Firefox or Opera. Open the address 192.168.1.1
The default username and password for any router is ‘admin’
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Hoover your mouse through Wireless tab and navigate to basic wireless settings as show by
the snippet below;
After that select manual
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Change the default SSID name of our router. As you may have noticed with the snippet
below, the SSID are two. This section varies from one router to another one
After saving the settings, navigate to the wireless wifi if connected to the router and connect
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as shown by the snippet below;
Exercise 2: Set the wireless Channel
From the setting locate wireless settings and directly to wireless channel from the GUI as
shown by the snippet below;
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Exercise 3: Configure Encryption and Authentication
Exercise 4: Backing Up and Restoring a Configuration File
A new window to save a configuration file appears
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