Durban, JHB, South Africa
Yashvir Ranjit : 0848732843
Summary
- Assess network requirements (number of users, bandwidth, redundancy). - Create a topology diagram (core, distribution, access layers). - Decide on switch models (Catalyst, Nexus, etc.) and AP models (Aironet, Meraki, etc.). - Plan IP addressing, VLANs, and wireless SSIDs. . Cisco Switch Installation - Rack and stack switches in the data center or wiring closet. - Connect power and UPS for redundancy. - Cable uplinks (fiber or copper) to core/distribution switches. - Configure: - Hostnames, management IPs - VLANs and trunking - Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) - Security (port security, ACLs) . Cisco Wireless AP Installation - Mount APs in optimal locations for coverage. - Connect APs to PoE-enabled switch ports. - Configure via Wireless LAN Controller (WLC) or cloud dashboard. - Set SSIDs, authentication (WPA2/WPA3), and roaming policies. - Run fiber cables through conduits or trays. - Ensure bend radius and protection against physical damage. 2. Splicing - Use fusion splicing for permanent, low-loss connections. - Terminate fibers with connectors (LC, SC, etc.). - Test with OTDR (Optical Time Domain Reflectometer) for signal integrity. 3. Integration - Connect fiber uplinks to Cisco switches (using SFP/SFP+ modules). - Verify link speed (1G, 10G, 40G depending on design). Network Installation & Testing - Configure routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP if needed). - Implement QoS for voice/video traffic. - Test connectivity (ping, traceroute). - Verify wireless coverage and throughput. - Document configurations and diagrams for future maintenance