Category: Networking

As a senior network administrator, you are tasked with training junior network admins on VLANs. Write a minimum 2-page APA formatted essay on how to configure VLAN including trunking. Your essay should be written like a training guide where you are training junior network administrators on how to properly configure VLAN including trunking. Make sure you include commands needed and descriptions on how the commands help make the VLAN functional on an enterprise network. The format should include steps and screenshots so it is easy for someone else to follow.

SCENARIO
The Corporation Techs’ current network consists of 1 web server (accessible by the public), 2 application servers, 2 database servers, 2 file and print servers, and 50 workstations. The web server runs Linux/Apache, the other servers run Microsoft Windows Server, and the workstations run Microsoft Windows. The network is connected through a series of switches, is not physically connected to other networks, and runs Internet Protocol version 4 (IPv4). The network is protected by a single border firewall. The senior network architect, whom you work for directly, has verified the company’s business goals and has determined the features and functions required to meet those goals.
The senior network architect has asked you to create a network design that includes the following components:
-Current infrastructure elements
-A logical topology that separates the Accounting and Sales departments
-Redundant communications
-Justification for continuing with IPv4 or upgrading to IPv6
TASKS 1
For this part of the project, perform the following tasks:
1.Conduct research to determine the best network design to ensure security of internal access while retaining public website availability.
2.Design a network configuration with physical and logical topologies. Identify major network elements (e.g., servers, switches, gateways) and their locations within the private and protected network segments.
3.Include a high-level plan that ensures communications are available 24/7.
4.Recommend whether to continue using IPv4 or upgrade to IPv6, and explain why.
5.Create a basic network diagram that illustrates the current network and enhancements. Include a few workstations to represent all workstations on the internal network. The diagram will be very high level at this stage and include only necessary details. You may use a software tool or simply pencil and paper. You will update this design later in the project.
6.Create a draft report detailing all information as supportive documentation.
7.Cite sources, where appropriate.
***ONLY TASK 2 for this assignment. Task 1 is provided to gather some prior idea*****
Task 2:
Project Part 2: Firewall Selection and Placement
ScenarioThe senior network architect at Corporation Techs has informed you that the existing border firewall is old and needs to be replaced. He recommends designing a demilitarized zone (DMZ) to increase network perimeter security. He also wants to increase the security of network authentication, replacing the current username and password approach.
TasksFor this part of the project, perform the following tasks:
1.Research and select firewalls for the Corporation Techs network.
a.Describe each firewall, why you selected it, and where it should be placed for maximum effectiveness.
b.Address network, server, and workstation firewalls.
2.Describe a plan for creating a DMZ, and explain how it makes the network more secure.
3.Research network authentication and create a high-level plan for secure authentication to internal network resources.
4.Create a draft report detailing all information as supportive documentation.
5.Cite sources, where appropriate.
Required ResourcesInternet access
Submission RequirementsFormat: Microsoft Word (or compatible)
Font: Arial, size 12, double-space
Length of report: 3–4 pages
Self-Assessment ChecklistI researched and selected firewalls.
I described each firewall, why I selected it, and where it should be placed for maximum effectiveness.
I addressed network, server, and workstation firewalls.
I described a plan for creating a DMZ and explained how it makes the network more secure.
I created a high-level plan for secure authentication to internal network resources.
I created a professional, well-developed report with proper documentation, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
I followed the submission guidelines.
***NO plagiarism Please***
I am sharing my network diagram which has firewalls in place. Please check if it is correct, feel free to update that for part II.

SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) serves as a network management tool to manage and control various network components such as switches, routers, and firewalls. SNMP implementers often encounter issues and difficulties when solving problems related to SNMP network monitoring. Below are some issues SNMP implementers might face; therefore, you are asked to discus in detail how you will troubleshoot them:
I. Error message: “SNMP Is Not Enabled”. [0.5 marks]
II. A delay in responses to SNMP queries. Such that, a switch in the NMS does not respond to GetNext requests and generates a RESPONSE_DELAYED error message. [0.75 marks]
III. If the response for an SNMP has a noSuchName or noSuchObject error. [0.75 marks]
Question Two
Build a network topology as given below using the Packet Tracer. Use the information given in the table below to configure the router and PCs. You must also do the following: I. Write the commands used to configure the router. [1.5 marks]
II. Support your results with screenshots which show the connectivity between hosts from different networks. [1.5 marks] Machine Interface IP address Subnet Mask Gateway
Server1 Fast Ethernet 172.16.2.15 255.255.255.0 172.16.2.1
PC1 Fast Ethernet 172.16.2.30 255.255.255.0 172.16.2.1
Server2 Fast Ethernet 172.16.3.200 255.255.255.0 172.16.3.1
PC2 Fast Ethernet 172.16.3.50 255.255.255.0 172.16.3.1
Router0 Fa0/0 172.16.2.1 255.255.255.0 Fa0/1 172.16.3.1 255.255.255.0 Question Three
Suppose you are given a task to monitor and track of network status, including routers, switches, and desktops. 1. Discuss which tools/protocols/commands you would use. [0.5 marks]
2. Execute the commands on any network that you can have (e.g., your home router, google servers). Support your work with screenshots, explaining the information shown in each screenshot. Note, the commands would differ based on used operating systems, routers, etc. [1.5 marks]
Question Four
Part of a network management involves analyzing incoming and outgoing network traffic to identify any potential security threats and performance issues. Therefore, you are requested to download the Wireshark tool on your PC and complete the following tasks:
1. Capture your PC’s network packets. [0.75 marks]
2. Use Wireshark’s filtering to inspect the packets. [0.75 marks]
3. Discuss the benefits of using these tasks. You can also choose to do additional tasks if you wish! Support your work with screenshots, explaining the information shown in each screenshot. [1.5 marks]
Question Five
Explain why you would use a promiscuous mode in any network. ______________________
(Please refer to the file)

no copy and paste from online and no ai and any ai context allowed, it wiil check by turnitin so make sure do it your own explanation and showing the any necessary work you have done based on the instruction, after you done pls give me the report of the turnitin and also ai turnitin checker for both. thank you