University of Portsmouth Enterprise Network Design Report 2019/20

This report delves into network design simulation, emphasizing the importance of simulating multiple scenarios within a single network using OPNET. It explains how simulation aids in understanding real-world issues safely and efficiently, providing a clear analysis method. The report discusses traffic configuration, specifically the "mean outcome" setting within RIP protocols, and highlights factors affecting network performance, such as device count, latency, bandwidth, and transmission errors. It details the configuration of nodes like profile and application, crucial for network design, and explains the DES log, which records critical simulation events. The report concludes with instructions on viewing and comparing simulation results within OPNET, guiding users through the process of analyzing outcomes through various methods like the 'View results' option and comparing multiple graph panes to ensure the network's behavior aligns with expectations.