Chapter6 : Lab 6.2.6 Diagramming the Network

Step 1: Identify the appropriate VLAN

In the previous labs, you identified VLANs and subnets to be used in the FilmCompany network expansion. For each device listed in the table in the final section of this lab, assign each host the appropriate VLAN based on its description. Record these VLAN assignments in the third column of the table in Step 5.

Step 2: Assign addresses to the devices

In the previous lab, an address range was established for each subnet and VLAN. Using these established ranges and the VLAN assignments to the devices in the previous step, assign a host address to each of the selected hosts. Record this information in the last column of the table in Step 5 of this lab.

Step 3: Define the codes for device naming

From the device information, develop and apply a naming convention for the hosts.

A good naming scheme follows these guidelines:

• Keep the names as short as possible; using fewer than twelve characters is recommended.

• Indicate the device type, purpose, and location with codes, rather than words or abbreviations.

• Maintain a consistent scheme. Consistent naming makes it easier to sort and report on the devices,

and to set up management systems.

• Document the names in the IT department files and on the network topology diagrams.

• Avoid names that make it easy to find protected resources.

For each naming criteria, assign a code for type. You will use these codes in different combinations to create device names. In the tables below, create codes for the elements of the device names. Use as many or as few codes as needed.

Device Type	Type code	Device Purpose	Purpose code	Device Location	Location code
Laptop	LT	Management	MGMT	Stadium	STAD
Desktop PC	PC	Production	PROD	1st Floor	1FLR
Workstation	WS	Netadmin	NETA	3rd Floor	3FLR
Printer	PT			ServerRoom	SVRM
Scanner	SC
Server	SV

Step 4: Establish the naming convention

In the spaces below, indicate the order and the number of letters to be used in the device naming. Again, use as many or as few letters as necessary. List the criteria in the blanks and draw a line to indicate the number of letters used. You may also choose to use hyphens (-) or underscores (_) to separate fields.

Step 5: Apply a naming convention

For each of the twelve devices shown in this table, apply the naming convention. Then add these device

names in the appropriate boxes in the topology at the beginning of the lab.

Number	Device Name	VLAN	Description	IP Address
1		servers	Server for capturing raw video feeds from stadium
2		servers	Server for storing finished (post production) video
3		web_access	Public web server for on demand video access
4		management	Branch manager’s computer
5		production	Live event production worker (switched)
6		support	Human resource clerk
7		support	Payroll Manager
8		mobile	Live event mobile worker (audio producer)
9		mobile	Live event mobile worker (camera coordinator)
10		support	Receptionist’s computer
11		management	Financial Manager’s computer
12		net_admin	Information Technology manager’s computer