CCNA Router Lab Topology

Lab 1.1.
2 OSI Model review Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Estimated time: 20 min.

Objectives:
Match devices and terminology to the various layers of the OSI model
Match OSI layers with those of the TCP/IP model
Identify TCP/IP protocols and utilities that operate at each layer
Background:
This lab will serve as a refresher to reinforce understanding of the seven layers
of the OSI model as they relate to the TCP/IP model. Focus is on where terms
and devices fit in the OSI model. This lab can be a fun collaborative knowledge
competition activity.
Tools / Preparation:
Create a group competition! Count off and divide into teams of 2 to 4 people
each. Without looking at your notes or answers, see how accurately your team
can fill in the OSI table in the worksheet. The team with the most correct entries
(points) in the table at the end of the specified time (e.g. 10 min.) wins. If another
team questions a term or table entry, they may challenge and receive the points
if agreed upon by the review committee (made up of one member from each
team).
Before beginning this lab you should read the Networking Academy Second Year
Companion Guide, Chapter 1 and chapters 1, 9 and 10 of the First year
Companion guide. You should also review semester 3 on-line Lesson 1. The
following resources will be required:
PC workstation with Windows installed

NIC installed and Cat 5 patch cable with connection to the Internet
Browser software installed (Netscape Navigator 3.0 or higher or Internet
Explorer 4.0 or higher)
Sample networking items such as Ethernet and Token Ring NICs with
different connectors (Coax, AUI, RJ-45)
Sample Hubs, Switches and Routers
Notes:
Step 1 The OSI model and associated TCP/IP protocol stack layers.
Task: Fill out the following chart based on your knowledge of the OSI and
TCP/IP models.
Explanation: Your understanding of the OSI model as it relates to the TCP/IP
model will greatly increase your ability to absorb and categorize networking
information as you learn it.
1.
Given the OSI layer number fill in the chart below. Compete with other teams
if possible and try to think of as many protocols, standards, utilities, terms
and devices as possible without looking at your notes. Note: TCP/IP layers
will relate to more than one OSI layer.
2.
OSI model and TCP/IP Protocol Stack
OSI # OSI Layer
Name (and
function)
TCP/ IP TCP/IP Layer Protocols,

#
name
standards &
utilities at each
TCP/IP layer
Devices and
Terms
associated
with this
layer
Lab 1.5.13.1 Router lab setup review- Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Estimated Time: 30 min.

Objectives:
Setup the Cisco lab equipment according to the semester 2 topology

diagram shown above or analyze the physical connections of an existing
lab setup.
Document the cabling and connections between devices
Draw a diagram of your lab equipment setup
Background:
This lab will serve as a refresher for how the Cisco lab routers are set up and
connected for the Semester 2 topology (see diagram above). This is a review of
the semester 2 network topology. You will setup and document the physical
connections between these routers and the other lab hardware components such
as hubs, switches and workstations. If it is not possible to start with the
equipment disconnected, document an existing lab setup. This lab will utilize the
standard setup consisting of 5 routers, 4 hubs, 1 switch and at least 5
workstations plus all associated cabling and adapters.
It is a good idea to work on this lab and the next one (1.5.13.2) simultaneously if
possible. The next lab will give you an opportunity to develop an IP addressing
scheme based on multiple Class B subnet addresses. You may work in teams or
3 to 5 and while one group is configuring the router lab physical setup the other
can be designing the class B addressing scheme on the board.
Prior to starting this lab you will need to have the equipment from the standard 5router lab available (routers, hubs, Switch etc.). The routers and hubs should be
disconnected and stacked. Each cabling type (WAN, LAN, console, power)
should be grouped together. If it is not possible to start with equipment
disconnected, you should review the steps of the lab with the equipment already
connected. This will reinforce knowledge of the physical connections and device
interfaces.
Start with the routers, switches, hubs and cabling disconnected if possible. Your
team will need to connect them according to the topology diagram in the
overview at the beginning of this lab and then document you findings. This lab
requires that you assemble the routers into the standard lab topology or as close
as possible depending on the equipment you have. The next lab 1.5.13.2 will
provide instructions for configuring the routers and workstations using Class B
network address with subnets. Work in teams of 3 or more. Before beginning this
lab you should review Chapter 1 in the Cisco Networking Academy Second-Year
Companion Guide and Semester 3 On-line Chapter 1.
The following resources will be required:
5 PC workstations (min.) with Windows operating system and

HyperTerminal installed.
5 Cisco Routers (model 1600 series or 2500 series with IOS 11.2 or
later)
4 Ethernet hubs (10Base-T with 4 to 8 ports)
One Ethernet switch (Cisco Catalyst 1900 or comparable).
5 serial console cables to connect workstation to router console port

(with RJ45 to DB9 converters).
3 Sets of V.35 WAN serial cables (DTE male/ DCE female) to connect
from router to router.
CAT5 Ethernet Cables wired straight through to connect routers and

workstations to hubs and switches.
AUI (DB15) to RJ45 Ethernet transceivers (Quantity depends on the

number of routers with AUI ports) to convert router AUI interfaces to
10Base-T RJ45
Web Site Resources:

Routing basics
General information on routers
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
IP routing protocol IOS command summary

Cisco ConfigMaker information and download
Notes:
Step 1 Router Lab LAN/WAN Preliminary Planning.

When setting up the lab equipment from scratch you will need to give some
thought to the questions listed below. Even if you are starting with an existing
assembled lab setup, you should review all steps and answer all questions to
become more familiar with how the routers are connected. Even though you may
not be actually connecting the equipment, you should locate, examine and
document the cabling and physical connections between routers, hubs and
workstations.
Where should the PC's be placed?
Where should the routers be placed?
Where should the switch and hubs be placed?
How should the Ethernet, serial and power cables be run?
How many outlets and power strips will be needed?
Which PC connects to which router?
Which PC connects to which hub or switch?
Which Router connects to which hub or switch?
How should devices and cabling be labeled?
Step 2 - Arrange Lab Equipment.

Your arrangement of the routers and equipment will vary depending on space
and physical setup of your lab area. The goal is to group each combination of
router/hub/workstation closely together since they can represent separate LANs
and geographical locations in the real world. It is easier to see the relationships
between equipment with this arrangement. Equipment should be positioned so
that all interfaces are facing the same direction and so that cabling and
connections can be accessed easily.
Step 3 - Connect Serial WAN Cabling.
Next you will connect serial cables (DCE-DTE) between routers. With this lab
setup, the router interface serial 0 (S0) is connected to the DCE cable. DCE
refers to Data Circuit-Terminating Equipment (or Data Communications
Equipment) connections and represents the clocking end of the synchronous
WAN link. The DCE cable has a large female V.35 (34-pin) connector on one end
and a DB-60 connector on the other end which attaches to the router serial
interface. Interface serial 1 (S1) is connected to the DTE (Data Terminal
Equipment) cable. The DTE cable has a large male V.35 connector on one end
and a DB60 on the other end which attaches to the router serial interface. Cables
are also labeled as DCE or DTE.
1.
Examine the cables and connections on the routers and document the connections in the
table:
From Router Name Interface
To Router Name
Interface
Step 4 - Connect the Router Ethernet Cabling.

For routers that have an AUI (Attachment Unit Interface) Ethernet 0 (E0) or E1
port, you will need an external transceiver which converts the DB15 AUI to an
RJ45 10Base-T connector. The 2500 series routers usually have an AUI port.
The 1600 series has both AUI and RJ45 ports and you can use the RJ45 port
without the need for the external transceiver. All Ethernet cabling from routers to
hubs or switches must be Category 5 (Cat 5) and wired "straight-thru" (pin 1 to
pin 1, pin2 to pin 2 etc.). Connect the Ethernet cabling as indicated in the
diagram and then label the cabling at each end. Hubs should be numbered Hub
1, Hub 2, etc.
2.
Record the router Ethernet interfaces in use and which hub (or switch) they attach to in
the table:
From Router Name
Lab-A
Router Interface
To which Ethernet Device
Lab-A
Lab-B
Lab-C
Lab-D
Lab-E
Step 5 - Connect the Workstation Ethernet Cabling.
Place the PC's at their planned locations and label them (WS-1, WS-2) from
left to right according to the diagram. Run straight-through CAT 5 cables from
each PC to where the switch and hubs are located. Connect the Ethernet cabling
as indicated and then label the cables at each end depending on what device
and interface they connect to. The following table shows the connections for all
10 workstations. Connect at least one workstation to each hub or switch.
3.
Indicated which Ethernet device each workstation connects to in the table below:
From Workstation
WS-1
To which Ethernet Device
WS-2
WS-3
WS-4
WS-5
WS-6
WS-7
WS-8
WS-9
WS-10
Step 6 - Connect the Console Workstations to Routers.
Connect one end of the rollover cables from workstations 4, 6, 8, 9, and 10 to the
console interface of routers Lab-A, B, C, D and E. Connect the other end of each
of the rollover cables to an RJ-45-to-DB-9 serial connector. Connect the serial
connector to the serial ports of the 5 workstations. Label the cables at each end.
4.
What type of cable is the console cable?
Step 7 - Connect Power Cords to All Devices.

Plug in and turn on all devices. Verify all of them are activated by checking their
indicator lights.
5.
Are the link lights for the switch, the hubs and the Network Interface Cards (NICs) in the
workstations on?
Are the OK lights on the back of the routers on?
Step 8 Draw your lab diagram using ConfigMaker.

6.
Use ConfigMaker to redraw the router lab diagram to match your physical setup (routers,
switches, hubs, workstations etc). This will step you though the process of hooking up all
the lab equipment and specifying all IP addressing for all equipment and interfaces.
ConfigMaker will also generate the actual config files which you can use for reference or
to configure the router. Be sure to label all equipment (e.g. Lab-A, Lab-B etc.). A
ConfigMaker introduction Lab can be found in the semester 2 labs and you can also run
the tutorial if you are not familiar with the product. When you finish your ConfigMaker
diagram, keep a copy in your workbook or journal.
Note: If you do not have access to ConfigMaker contact your instructor or download it
from the Cisco web site listed in Web Site Resources in the Overview section of this lab.
You may use the space below to sketch your lab setup or for your notes.
Lab 1.5.13.2 Router subnets review- Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Develop a Class B addressing scheme with subnets for the 5-router lab setup
Use IOS commands to configure routers to your Class B subnet scheme
Assign IP Network numbers, Interfaces, IP addresses and subnet mask information for
the Local Area Networks (LANS) and Wide Area Networks in use.
Use the Control Panel / Network icon or winipcfg.exe utility at each workstation to verify
IP address, subnet mask and default gateway settings.
Use the Ping command to test the router and workstation connections.
Background:
This is an important lab that will demonstrate your understanding of how the
Cisco lab is setup (see diagram above) and how subnetting applies to multiple
routers. You will develop an addressing scheme based on a Class B network
address and then subnet it to accommodate your current physical network with
room for growth. You should be able to configure the routers and workstations
without looking at your notes and using only the IOS help facility.
The prior lab 1.2 provided an opportunity to setup the physical lab configuration.
You may work in teams or 3 to 5 and while one group is configuring the router lab
physical setup the other can be designing the class B addressing scheme and
assigning IP address to devices.
Prior to starting this lab you will need to have the equipment for the standard 5router lab available (routers, hubs, Switch, cables etc.). This lab assumes that
you have completed the prior lab 1.2 and that the lab equipment (routers, hub,
workstations etc.) are assembled and connected in the standard lab topology.
Work in teams of 3 or more. Before beginning this lab you should review Chapter
1 in the Cisco Networking Academy Second-Year Companion Guide and
Semester 3 On-line Chapter 1.
The following resources will be required:
(5) PC workstations (min.) with Windows operating system and

HyperTerminal installed.
(5) Cisco Routers (model 1600 series or 2500 series with IOS 11.2 or
later)
(4) Ethernet hubs (10Base-T with 4 to 8 ports)
(1) Ethernet switch (Cisco Catalyst 1900 or comparable).
(5) serial console cables to connect workstation to router console port

(with RJ45 to DB9 converters).
(3) Sets of V.35 WAN serial cables (DTE male/ DCE female) to connect
from router to router.
CAT5 Ethernet Cables wired straight through to connect routers and

workstations to hubs and switches.
AUI (DB15) to RJ45 Ethernet transceivers (Quantity depends on the

number of routers with AUI ports) to convert router AUI interfaces to
10Base-T RJ45
Web Site Resources:

Routing basics
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
Notes:
Step 1 - Verify that all physical connections are correct.

Review the standard semester 2 lab diagram in the overview section of this lab or
the diagram you created in the prior lab and check all physical devices, cables
and connections. Verify that the routers have been physically configured
correctly.
Step 2 - Develop a Class B addressing scheme.
You have received a Class B network address of 172.16.0.0. This is actually a
private Internet address for the 5-router network that will accommodate the eight
networks your must define (5 LANs and 3 WANs). You may borrow more or
less than eight bits from the host portion of the address but you must still
allow for at least 100 hosts per subnet. Answer the following questions about
your subnet design:
1.
Write the class B address here:
2.
How many bits did you borrow?
3.
What is your subnet mask?
4.
How many useable subnets does this allow you to create?
5.
How many hosts can each subnet have?
6.
Fill in the table below with information about the first 10 subnets (do not
use the zero subnet when assigning subnets to the lab diagram)
Subnet #
Subnet Address
0 (not used
.
)
1
.
2
.
3
.
4
.
5
.
6
.
7
.
8
.
9
.
Subnet Broadcast
Address
Host Address
Range
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Step 3 - Configure the routers.

A. Log on to the first router Lab-A.
Verify that you have a good console connection from the workstation to the router and
start the HyperTerminal program (Start/Programs/Accessories/Communications). Enter
the password cisco if prompted to enter user mode. The prompt should be Lab-A>
B. Enter Privileged Exec mode.
Type enable at the router prompt. Enter the password of class if prompted. The
prompt should now be Lab-A#
C. Apply your IP subnet addressing scheme to the routers

Decide which subnet you will use with each network and which IP address you will apply
to each router interface (E0, S0 etc.) and configure the router accordingly. Use the RIP or
IGRP routing protocol. Use the worksheet below to assign interface information for each
of the five routers based on your subnets defined in the prior table. You may use the
setup configuration utility or enter commands directly in configuration mode. You may use
the IOS help facility at any time. Work in teams and try not to look at your notes. Sample
configuration commands for router Lab-A can be found at the end of the answers section.
Answers will vary.
7. Fill in the table below with IP interface information for each of the five
routers.
Cisco Lab Class B Subnet Router IP Configuration
Router Name
Model
Number
Interface E0
IP Address
Interface E0
Subnet Mask
Interface E1
IP Address
Interface E1
Subnet Mask
Interface S0
IP Address
Interface S0
Subnet Mask
Interface S0
Clock Rate
Interface S1
IP Address
Interface S1
Subnet Mask
Lab-A
Lab-B
Lab-C
Lab-D
Lab-E
Step 4 - Configure the workstations.

A. Use the worksheet below to assign interface information for each workstation based on
your subnets defined earlier. Be sure workstation IP addresses and default gateways are
compatible with the same LAN the router Ethernet interface it on. Answers will vary.
8. Fill in the IP addressing information for the workstations. Number the

workstations on the diagram from left to right starting with the LAN
attached to E1 on router Lab-A.
Workstation IP address configuration (your answers may
vary)
Workstation #
Workstation IP
Address
Workstation Subnet Default Gateway IP

Mask
Address
1 (Lab-A E1)
2 (Lab-A E1)
3 (Lab-A E0)
4 (Lab-A E0)
5 (Lab-B E0)
6 (Lab-B E0)
7 (Lab-C E0)
8 (Lab-C E0)
9 (Lab-D E0)
10 (Lab-E E0)
Step 5 - Test the router lab connectivity.
B. Ping from router to router.
Begin with router Lab-A and use the console workstation connection to it. Start the
HyperTerminal program and ping the S1 interface of router Lab-B. This will verify that the
WAN link between Lab-A and Lab-B is OK. Ping the serial interfaces of the other routers.
Lab-A> ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (S1 interface of Lab-B)
9.
Was the ping from router Lab-A to Lab-B successful?
C. Ping from workstation to router.

Begin with a workstation connected to the first hub. Click Start/Programs/MS-DOS
Prompt and ping the S1 interface of router Lab-B. This will verify that the workstation's IP
configuration and the WAN link between Lab-A and Lab-B is OK. Ping the serial
interfaces of the other routers and the IP addresses of the other workstations to verify
that the network is configured properly.
C:\WINDOWS> ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (S1 interface of lab-B)
10. Was the ping from router Workstation 1 to Lab-B successful?
Lab 1.6.6.1 IOS update / TFTP- Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S0(DCE)
S1
S1
201.100.11.0
net
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1
Lab_D
E0
E1
Lab_A
Lab_E
E0
S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Display information about current IOS software and router memory.
Review IOS 12.0 memory requirements and update options
Use a TFTP Server to backup a router's existing IOS image from Flash
Use a TFTP Server to update a router to a new version of the IOS

software
Background:
As new versions of the Cisco IOS software become available, it is necessary to
periodically update the existing IOS image to support the latest features and
improvements. In this lab you will determine what version and IOS your router is
currently running and become familiar with the requirements for updating to a
newer version. You will check to see how much flash memory the router has and
how much of it is currently used by IOS image and how much is free. You will
always want to backup your current IOS before upgrading to a newer version. It
is a good idea to keep a backup copy of the IOS image file for each router. The
process of downloading a new IOS image from Cisco Connection Online (CCO)
will be also be reviewed. The TFTP server method of updating your IOS will be
covered in this lab. The primary goal of this lab is to get your router updated to
IOS 12.0.
Prior to starting the lab you will need to connect a PC workstation with
HyperTerminal to a router using the routers console Interface with a roll-over
cable. You will also need an Ethernet connection to the router. The instructor or
lab assistant should have a Windows 9x PC with a TFTP server installed and
have the latest downloaded IOS 12.0 image on the PC hard drive. Verify that the
TFTP server is accessible by the router. The Cisco TFTP server and latest IOS
updates can be downloaded from the web sites listed below. Although the
instructions in this lab for downloading the IOS image software can only be done
by someone with a CCO account, you should read through them to become
familiar with the process.
You should review Chapter 16 in the Cisco Networking Academy First-Year
Companion Guide and review semester 3 online curriculum lesson 1 prior to
starting this lab. Work individually or in teams.
Resources Required:
PC with Monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cords etc.
Windows operating system (Win 95, 98, NT or 2000) installed on PC
HyperTerminal program configured for router console connection
PC connected to the Router console port with a roll-over cable.
PC connected to a hub that the router is connected to or a crossover

cable directly to the router
PC on a network, running a TFTP daemon (server), that the router can

send and receive.
Web Site Resources:

Routing basics
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
Cisco ConfigMaker information and download
Cisco TFTP Server (Win 9x version)
TFTP Command Syntax
Cisco IOS images
Notes:
Step 1 - Login to the router.

Connect to the router with the console connection and log in. Enter the password
cisco if prompted. Enter privileged mode with the enable command. Use the
password of class
Step 2 - Check the current IOS version.
Use the show version command to check the IOS version
1.
What version of the IOS is the router currently running?
Step 3 - Check the IOS image file and flash memory..

Use the show flash command to obtain information about Flash memory and
the IOS image.
2. Document the following information from the show flash command.
a. How much flash memory is used and available?
b. What is the file that is stored in flash memory?
c. What is the size in bytes of the flash memory?
Step 4 - Review IOS image memory requirements.

Your options for updating the router IOS will vary depending on the router model
number, the version of IOS you are currently running, the amount of Flash
memory and the amount of DRAM memory the router has. The following table
shows various IOS images updates available and their memory requirements.
(Note: All images shown here run from Flash memory)
Cisco
Router
Series
IOS Version /
Feature Set
*Image
Name
1600
11.2(21) **IP/IPX
C1600-ny3,729KB
l.112-21.P.bin
4MB
2MB
1600
12.0(10)
**IP/IPX
C1600-nyl.120-10.bin
5,031KB
6MB
4MB
2500
11.2(21) C2500-d**IP/IPX/AT/DEC l.112-21.bin
5,292KB
8MB
4MB
2500
12.0(10)
C2500-d**IP/IPX/AT/DEC l.120-10.bin
6,730KB
8MB
6MB
Image Size
Reqd.
Reqd. DRAM
Flash
memory
Memory
Notes: * The last character of the feature portion of the IOS image name
(e.g. C1600-ny-l) is a lower case letter L not a number 1. ** Feature sets: IP
= TCP/IP protocol, IPX = Novell IPX protocol, AT = AppleTalk protocol, DEC
= DecNet protocol.
All images shown above run from Flash memory
Step 5 - Review options for obtaining the IOS image file.
You may obtain an IOS image by purchasing an IOS Software Feature Pack
(SFP) or by downloading the IOS from the Cisco web site. You may also be able
to use a backup image from another router if it has a newer version. All options
must be in accordance with the IOS software licensing agreement.
A. Software Feature Pack (SFP)
The SFP typically comes in a package for a specific router series such as a 2500
and includes instructions, release notes and a CD with several IOS versions, the
Cisco TFTP server for Win 9x and the Router Software Loader (RSL). RSL is a
Windows 9x software application utility that helps with loading new IOS images
and it will be covered later in this lab. SFPs can be obtained from Cisco or an
authorized reseller. If you do not have an SFP with RSL you will need to
download the IOS image from the Cisco web site and use the TFTP method. The
RSL method of router IOS update will be covered in the next lab using the
Software Feature Pack
B. Cisco web site
The latest IOS versions can be downloaded from the Cisco web site
(www.cisco.com) and you can choose from several different feature sets for
different router series (1600, 2500 etc.). There is also an abundance of
information on IOS versions, feature sets, capabilities and requirements. Once
you download the image you can use it to update the router using TFTP. The
TFTP procedure will be covered in this lab. You will need a Cisco SmartNet
Service agreement and a Cisco Connection Online (CCO) login account in order
to download IOS files.
C. IOS Backup from another router

If you have a router of the same series and model number with a newer IOS you
can sometimes copy the existing IOS from flash memory of that router to a TFTP
server. You can then load this image into the new router from the TFTP server.
The TFTP procedure will be covered in this lab.
Step 6 - Download the IOS image file.
A. Login at www.cisco.com web site.
Start your browser, go to the www.cisco.com web site and login. You must have
a CCO account. If you do not log in with a CCO account you will not get
download rights. All Cisco academies should have SmartNet Service Agreement
for their router lab equipment. If you have a SmartNet agreement you or your
academy representative (instructor or main contact) should also have a CCO
login account.
B. Navigate to download location
Click on Software Center under Service and Support. At the Software Center
click on IOS Upgrade Planner and then click IOS 12.0. Note: you may want to
download version 11.2 as well to practice upgrading an older IOS.
C. Select Platform and Release
Select the Platform (router series) for the IOS you will be downloading (e.g.
1601-1604 or 2501-2525). Then select the latest Major Release Update (e.g.
IOS 12.0 release 10 or 12.0.10). New releases come out regularly and you
should use the latest major release available as a general rule. Avoid the early
deployment releases if possible which end with the letter T (e.g. 12.0.5T).
D. Select Software Features
Select the Software Feature set you want. Note: the more features the more
memory that version of the IOS usually takes. Select the IP/IPX feature set. The
next screen confirms the Platform, the IOS version, Release and the feature set
you have chosen. It also lets you know the minimum recommended Flash
memory and DRAM memory this version requires. Verify that the router you will
be updating has enough memory to support this version. (Note: Most 1600
series router have only 6MB of flash and 4MB RAM, most 2500 routers
series have 8MB of flash and 8MB of RAM.) The following information is
displayed:
1601-1604
12.0.10
IP/IPX
Minimum Recommended Memory to download image - 6 MB Flash and 4
MB RAM
Click on the button: "I have read the above requirements and agree with them"
E. Start IOS image download Confirm the IOS image information displayed (see
below) and click on the File Name to start the download. Read the Software
License Agreement and then click YES that you agree. Select the HTTP (or FTP)
download site. Click the "Save to Disk" button and then select the local directory
where you want the IOS image file to be downloaded.
Software
Download
File name
Description
c1600-ny-l.120IP/IPX
10.bin
Size 'Bytes'
5151224
Date Published More Info

03/27/2000
?
05:46:22
Once the download is complete you can load the IOS image into the router using
TFTP.
Step 7 Verify connection between router and TFTP server.
From the router you are going to update, enter ping xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (the
IP address of the workstation running the TFTP server.
3. What was the result of the ping command?
Step 8 Verify TFTP server file location.

Check the TFTP server root directory location since this is where the backup
copy of the existing IOS and the new IOS image file should be stored. Be sure
to copy the new downloaded IOS image to this directory on the PC before
starting the IOS update. Click View/Options and note the location or browse
and change the location to another directory.
4. What is the default location for the TFTP server root directory?
Step 9 Backup the existing IOS software image.

Enter copy flash tftp at the router prompt
The router will ask for the IP address or hostname of the tftp host. Enter the IP
address of the tftp server.
5. What was the IP address of the TFTP server?
6. What was the file that was written to the TFTP server?
7. How did the router respond when copying the file?
Step 10 Verify the backup IOS file copied to the TFTP server.
Check the TFTP server using Windows Explorer, the DIR command or ls UNIX
command for the file you just wrote.
8. What is the size of the file that was written in bytes?
Step 11 - Load the new downloaded IOS image from the TFTP server..
Enter copy tftp flash at the router prompt. The router will ask for the IP address
or hostname of the tftp host. Enter the IP address of the tftp server. Enter the
name of the new IOS image that was previously downloaded when prompted.
You will also be prompted to erase flash before starting. This process will copy
the new IOS software from a tftp host to router flash.
9. Write down some of the prompts and responses you saw on the router screen.
Note: You can use HyperTerminal or Windows copy / paste to capture the
copy process as it progresses.
Step 12 - Check the IOS version after update.

Use the show version command to check the IOS version
10. What version of the IOS is the router now running after the update?
Step 13 - Check the IOS image file and flash memory after the update.
Use the show flash command to obtain information about Flash memory and
the IOS image.
11. Document the following information from the show flash command after
the IOS update.
a. How much flash memory is used and available?
b. What is the file that is stored in flash memory?
c. What is the size in bytes of the flash memory?
Lab 1.6.6.2 Router memory upgrade Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Display information about current IOS software and router memory

Review the steps for upgrading router DRAM memory
Review the steps for upgrading router Flash memory
Background:
In this lab you will determine what version and IOS your router is currently
running and become familiar with the requirements for updating to a newer
version. You will check to see how much flash memory the router has and how
much of it is currently used by the IOS image (system code) and how much is
free. You will also check the amount of DRAM (Dynamic Random Access
Memory).
With Cisco 1600 and 2500 routers and most IOS images, the IOS usually runs
from flash memory. If you determine that you do not have enough flash memory
to update to a newer larger IOS image, you will need to perform a flash memory
upgrade. You also might need to upgrade the DRAM SIMM if you upgrade the
Cisco IOS feature set or release or if your router maintains large routing tables or
other memory-intensive features, such as spoofing or protocol translations. If a
2500 series router does NOT have 8MB Flash AND 4MB RAM, you will need to
obtain and install additional memory modules. The procedure for upgrading the
DRAM and flash SIMMs (Simple In-line Memory Modules) for a Cisco 2500 is
outlined in this lab.
HyperTerminal to a router using the router's console Interface with a roll-over
cable. You will also need an Ethernet connection to the router. A TFTP server
should also be available to back up the IOS prior to replacing the flash SIMMs.
Although the instructions in this lab for upgrading router flash memory may not
be required for your lab setup, you should read through them to become familiar
with the process.
You should review Chapter 16 in the Cisco Networking Academy First-Year
Companion Guide and review semester 3 online curriculum lesson 1 prior to
starting this lab. Work in teams. Note that detailed instructions can be found at
the web site listed below. A PDF file can be downloaded.
Resources Required:

PC connected to the Router console port with a roll-over cable.
PC connected to a hub that the router is connected to or a crossover cable directly to the
router
PC on a network that the router can send and receive to running a TFTP daemon
(server).
Medium-size flat-blade screwdriver (1/4 inch [0.625 cm])
ESD-preventive wrist strap
The DRAM SIMM required for your planned upgrade
System-code SIMM(s)
Web Site Resources:

Routing basics
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
Cisco TFTP Server (Win 9x version)
TFTP Command Syntax
Maintaining and upgrading the 2500 router
Notes:
Step 1 - Login to the router.

Connect to the router with the console connection and log in. Enter the password
cisco if prompted. Enter privileged mode with the enable command. Use the
password of class
Step 2 - Check the current IOS version and amount of DRAM.
Use the show version command to check the IOS version and amount of
DRAM
1. What version of the IOS is the router currently running?
2. How much DRAM is installed?
Step 3 - Check the IOS image file and flash memory.

Use the show flash
the IOS image.
command to obtain information about Flash memory and
3. Document the following information from the show flash command.

a) How much flash memory is used and available?
b) What is the file that is stored in flash memory?
c) What is the size in bytes of the flash memory?
Step 4 - Review IOS image memory requirements.

Your options for updating the router IOS will vary depending on the router model
number, the version of IOS you are currently running, the amount of Flash
memory and the amount of DRAM memory the router has. The following table
shows various IOS images updates available and their memory requirements:
Cisco
Router
Series
1600
1600
2500
2500
IOS Version /
Feature Set
1.2(21) **IP/IPX
12.0(10)
**IP/IPX
*Image
Name
Image Size
C1600-nyl.112-21.P.bin 3,729KB
C1600-nyl.120-10.bin
11.2(21) C2500-d**IP/IPX/AT/DEC l.112-21.bin

12.0(10)
**IP/IPX/AT/DEC
C2500-dl.120-10.bin
Reqd. Flash Reqd. DRAM

Memory
memory
4MB
2MB
6MB
5,031KB
4MB
5,292KB
8MB
4MB
6,730KB
8MB
6MB
Notes: * The last character of the feature portion of the IOS image name
(e.g. C1600-ny-l) is a lower case letter L not a number 1. ** Feature sets: IP
= TCP/IP protocol, IPX = Novell IPX protocol, AT = AppleTalk protocol, DEC
= DecNet protocol. All images shown above run from Flash memory
Section 2 - Cisco 2500 Series Router System Card Layouts

Cisco Model 2501, 2501, 2502, 2503, and 2504 System Board (SIMMs in
place)
Flash Memory Card Socket
Primary Memory
(DRAM SIMM)
System Code SIMMS

(Flash 0r PROMS)
Shared Memory
(DRAM)
Polarization
Notch
Boo1 ROMs
Ethernet
Serial 0
Serial 1
BAI
Console Aux
Cisco Model 2514 System Board (SIMMs removed)
Flash Memory Card Socket
System Code SIMMS

Primary Memory
(Flash or PROMS) Boot ROM Jumper (DRAM SIMM)
A
B
Boot ROM Jumper
Ethernet 1
Ethernet 1
Serial 0
Serial 1
Console Aux
Section 3 - Upgrading the DRAM SIMM

This section describes how to upgrade the DRAM SIMM on the system card.
Take the following steps to install the DRAM SIMMs.
Step 1 - Power OFF the router.
Step 2 - Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap.
Step 3 - Open the cover
Follow the instructions in the section "Opening the Chassis" of the web
document.
Step 4 - Remove the existing DRAM SIMM
Pull outward on the connectors to unlatch them, as shown below. Be careful not
to break the holders on the SIMM connector.
Step 5 - Install the new SIMM

Position the new SIMM so that the polarization notch is located at the left end of
the SIMM socket. (See Figure below)
Pull the tab away with

your thumbs, bracing your
forefingers against the
posts. Raise the SIMM
to a vertical positon.
Connect edge of
the system card
Polarization notch
DRAM SIMM card
Step 6 - Insert the new DRAM SIMM

Slide the end with the metal fingers into the SIMM connector socket at
approximately a 45-degree angle to the system card. Gently rock the SIMM back
into place until the latch on either side snaps into place. Do not use excessive
force because the connector may break.
Step 7 - Replace the router cover.
Section 4 - Upgrading the System Code flash SIMM
Step 1 - Power OFF the router.
Step 2 - Attach an ESD-preventive wrist strap.
Step 3 - Open the cover
Follow the instructions in the section "Opening the Chassis" of the web
document.
Step 5 - Preparing to Install the System-Code SIMM

There are two system-code (Flash memory) SIMM sockets on the system board.
If you want to install system-code SIMMs in both sockets, the SIMMs must be the
same size. For example, if a 4-MB system-code SIMM is already installed in your
router, the new SIMM must also be 4 MB. This upgrade would give you a total of
8 MB.
Caution: The system code is stored on the Flash memory SIMMs, but new
system-code SIMMs are shipped without preinstalled software. Before
proceeding with this procedure, use the copy flash tftp command to back
up the system code to a TFTP server. The TFTP server backup / restore
process is described in a prior lab.
Step 6 - Replace Flash SIMM(s).
If you are replacing a 4MB SIMM with an 8MB SIMM, that 8MB SIMM must be
placed in SIMM socket 0. If you are adding SIMMs and they are to be placed
side-by-side on the system card, the SIMMs must be of equal size e.g. two 4MB
SIMMs, NOT one 4MB and one 8MB together.
Locate the SIMM sockets, labeled CODE 0 and CODE 1, on the system card. If
necessary, remove the existing system-code SIMM by pulling outward on the
connector holders to unlatch them. If you are installing system-code SIMMs in
both sockets (CODE0 and CODE1), both SIMMs must be the same size.
Populate the SIMM socket labeled CODE0 first; then populate CODE1
Step 7- Reconfigure flash partition (if necessary).
After adding the Flash SIMM, if the router show flash command indicates that
Flash memory has two partitions, you will need to reconfigure that partition from
the router. The repartition process involves erasing Flash memory, so you will
first have to reboot the router to run in ROM mode.
A. Reconfigure the router to boot to ROM. Change the config-register to
0x2101 and reload, using the following commands:
Router#configure terminal
Enter configuration commands, one per line. End
with CNTL/Z. Router(config)#config-register
0x2101
Router(config)#exit
Router#reload
Note: This will bring the router up in boot mode and Flash will be idle. You can
not change the partition when the router is running under a full IOS from Flash.
You will see a different router prompt, but enable passwords and most
commands will remain the same.
Router(boot)>enable
Password:
Router(boot)#
B. Erase Flash, including both partitions. Caution: You will need to have a
backup IOS image already stored on our tftp server as this will erase all Flash
files - and Flash is where a 2500 stores IOS by default!
Router(boot)#erase flash
The router will prompt you through erasing both partitions (you will need to
confirm overwrite and erasure of flash).
C. Repartition Flash
Now you must repartition the flash into one partition with a size of 8MB (if you
have installed two 4MB SIMMs).
Router(boot)#configure t
Router(boot)(config)#partition flash 1 8
D. Copy the stored IOS image back into flash
Use the command copy tftp flash to retrieve the backed up IOS image back into
flash memory. The TFTP server backup / restore procedure is described in a
prior lab.
E. Change the config-register to boot from Flash
Change the config register to cause the router to examine NVRAM for boot
system commands ("config-register 0x2102") which will load the IOS image from
flash. Exit and reload; the router should now read "8192k bytes of processor
board System flash
Router(boot)(config)#config-register 0x2102
Router(boot)(config)#exit
Router(boot)#reload
Lab 2.3.7 Switch characteristics Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Determine the model number of an Ethernet switch and what physical interfaces (ports) it
has
Identify the cables, connections and devices that can attach to a switch
Check and/or modify HyperTerminal configuration parameters
Connect to the switch through its console using the PC and HyperTerminal
Background:
In this lab you will examine an Ethernet Switch to gather information about its
physical characteristics and begin to appreciate the function of switches in a
network. You will determine the model number and features of a specific switch
including which interfaces are present and to which cabling and devices they are
connected.
A switch is a Layer 2 (data link) network device that acts as the concentration
point for the attachment of workstations, servers, routers, hubs and other
switches. A "hub" is an earlier type of concentration device that provides multiple
ports similar to a switch except that with a hub all workstations share the
bandwidth (10Mbps with Standard Ethernet) and collisions will occur. Hubs
operate at half-duplex (can only send or receive) since they must be able to
detect the collisions. A switch provides a dedicated point-to-point connection
(virtual circuit) between two networking devices (such as workstations, servers
and routers) so there are no collisions. Since they do not have to detect
collisions, they can operate in full-duplex mode (simultaneous send and receive)
which effectively doubles throughput. Ethernet switches are available in several
speeds including 10Mbps (standard Ethernet), 100Mbps (Fast Ethernet) and
1000Mbps (Gigabit Ethernet).
Switches are sometimes referred to as multi-port bridges and are the newest
technology for today's Ethernet star-wired Local Area Networks (LANs). Like
routers, switches are dedicated PCs which contain a CPU, RAM and an
operating system (IOS). As with a router, a switch can be managed by
connecting to the console port to allow you to view and make changes to the
configuration. Many of the newer switches have a web (HTTP) server built in and
can also be managed via their IP address using a PC and a browser interface
such as Netscape or Internet Explorer. The ability to understand and configure
switches is essential for network support.
A switch should be available with a PC workstation, connected as a console, with
HyperTerminal installed and properly configured to access the switch. The switch
should be exposed with all sides clearly vi sible so that all physical connections
and cables can be inspected. Since there may be only one switch available, the
instructor should demonstrate this lab at a minimum and students should work in
larger teams to get hands on. While one team is doing switch labs the others
could be doing web-based research on switches at the Cisco web site URLs
listed below. Before beginning this lab you should read the Networking Academy
Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 2 on LAN Switching. You should also
review semester 3 On-line Lesson 2. The following is a list of equipment
required.
Windows PC w/ HyperTerminal installed

Cisco Switch (19xx or 28xx model) with manuals
Console Cable (Roll-Over)
CAT5 Cable from the workstation to the switch
Web Site Resources:
LAN Switching basics

General information on all Cisco products - (Scroll down to chapter 15 - Switches)
1900 / 2820 series Ethernet switches
2900 series Fast Ethernet switches
3500 series Gigabit Ethernet switches
Cisco switch clustering technology
Notes:
Step 1 - Examine the LAN switch both front and back.

Answer the following questions. (Note: Answers will vary depending on the switch
model). You may want to refer to the Installation and Configuration Guide for the switch
you are working with.
1. What is the model number of the switch?
2. What is the system serial number of the switch?
3. Do you see a console port? (Y/N)
What port is it connected to on the Console terminal (PC workstation)?
4. What type of cable is the console cable (roll-over, cross-connect or straightthrough cable)?
5. Do you see an AUI port? (Y/N)
What does AUI mean and what could this port be used for?
6. What type of cable or adapter could be used with the AUI port?
7. Is there a power ON/OFF switch? (Y/N)
How do you turn the switch on?
8. What is the total number of ports on the front of the switch for connection of
workstations, servers, routers, hubs or other switches?
9. How many ports are 10Mbps Ethernet?
10. Are these crossover ports?
How can you tell?
11. What kind of connector(s) are used?
12. How many ports are 100Mbps Fast Ethernet?
13. Are these crossover ports?
How can you tell?
14. What kind of connector(s) are used?
15. What indicator lights (LEDs) are on the front of the switch?
16. What button is on the front of the switch?
What is it used for?
Step 2 - Review your answers to Step 1 and record interface information.

Use the following table to list and summarize the characteristics of all interfaces
(or port connectors) on the switch. If there is no cable attached to a port, identify
the cable type / connector that would normally be used.
Switch Interface / Port
Identifier
Cable type / Connector
Device and port to which

cable is connected
Step 3 - Review the workstation's HyperTerminal configuration.

1. Click on Start/Programs/Accessories/Communications and then
HyperTerminal. Right Click on the icon that is defined for console access to the
switch and then click Properties. The icon may be named cisco.ht or something
similar. If one does not exist you can create it using the settings shown in the
answers to the worksheet. On the Properties screen, click the Phone Number
Tab and then click on the Configure button. Fill in the following table with the
information indicated.
Configuration Option
COM Port
Bits per second
Data Bits
Parity
Stop Bits
Flow control
Current Setting(s)
Lab 2.3.10.1: Switch management console - Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
Lab_A
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Explore the switch Management Console User Interface Menus

Determine the switch model number and MAC address
Document the primary User Interface menu options
Use the Management Console menus to view / configure basic IP
address settings
Document the IP address configuration menu options
Check workstation network settings to verify compatibility with switch and
router settings
Background:
This lab will help develop a basic understanding of Ethernet switch management
and will help prepare for more advanced switching lessons such as VLANs. You
will work with the Switch Management Console User Interface Menus to
configure some basic switch options. Switch management can be done through a
menu-driven interface such as the Management Console or through a command
line interface (CLI) as with most routers.
In this lab, you will console into the switch and view the menu options available
with the User Interface Menu to become familiar with the types of settings and
actions that can be performed when configuring a switch. You will also set the IP
address of the switch using the Management Console and will use Control Panel
/ Networks utility on the workstation to verify that its IP address settings are
compatible with the switch IP address. Familiarity with switches and their
management is critical to the successful support of today's Ethernet networks.
Prior to starting the lab, the teacher or lab assistant should have a switch
available with the default VLAN settings. A workstation with HyperTerminal
should be available to console into the switch and an Ethernet connection should
be available to Telnet into the switch. Since there may be only one switch
available, the instructor should demonstrate this lab at a minimum and students
should work in larger teams to get hands on. While one team is doing switch
labs the others could be doing web-based research on switches at the Cisco web
site URLs listed below. Before beginning this lab you may want to read the
Networking Academy Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 2 on LAN
Switching. You should also review semester 3 On-line Lesson 2. The following is
a list of equipment required.
Windows PC w/ HyperTerminal installed (configured for console

connection to switch)
Cisco Switch (19xx, 28xx or 29xx model)
Console Cable (roll-over)
CAT 5 Ethernet Cable from the workstation to a switch Ethernet port
Web Site Resources:

Notes:
Step 1 - Connect the workstation to the switch console port and turn the switch on.
Wait a few minutes for the switch to "boot up" and it will display a menu of
options known as the "Management Console" (1900 version). This exercise will
help you become familiar with the various menu options available.
1. What is the model number for the switch?
2. What is the Ethernet Address (Layer 2 MAC address) of the switch?
3. Fill in the following table with the Main Menu options available. (Answers will
vary depending on the switch model and firmware)
Menu Options from a Cisco Catalyst 1924 (10 Mbps) Ethernet Switch
Menu Opt.
Menu Option Description
Sub-menu options (list two or more)
Step 2 - Use the Management Console menu options to configure IP access.

The IP address of the switch can be used to Ping or Telnet to the switch. It is not
required to assign an IP address to a switch but it can be useful for remote switch
management. On some newer switches the IP address can be used to access
the switch using a web-based browser management interface. When managing a
switch, the "Management domain" is always VLAN 1. All ports are assigned to
VLAN 1 by default.
4. Select IP Configuration from the menus. Using the table below, list the first 5
"Settings" on the IP configuration menu and their values? What is the first
"Action" available?
Menu Options from a Cisco Catalyst 1912 (10 Mbps) Ethernet Switch
Setting
I
Setting / Action Description

IP Address
Subnet mask
Default Gateway
Management VLAN
IP Address of DNS server 1
Ping
Setting Value
5. Assign an IP address and subnet mask to the switch. Be sure to use an IP

address and subnet mask that are compatible with the network or subnet the
switch is currently on. If the switch is connected to Router Lab-A, Interface E1
(205.7.5.1) as shown in the standard lab setup diagram, then assign a
compatible IP address and subnet mask to the switch.
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
6. Verify that all ports are assigned to VLAN 1. List the ports that are currently
assigned to default VLAN 1:
7. Configure a workstation with TCP/IP network settings to be compatible with

the switch IP address and the router interface (E1) address. Be sure to set the
workstation IP address, the subnet mask and the default gateway (nearside
router interface).
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default Gateway:
Lab 2.3.10.2: Switch port options Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S0(DCE)
S1
S1
201.100.11.0
net
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1
Lab_D
E0
E1
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Work with the Management Console User Interface Menus to determine the switch model
number, MAC address and firmware revision
Use the System configuration menu to configure Fragment Free operation
Use the Port configuration menu to enable Full-Duplex operation
Use the Port configuration menu to enable Port Fast operation
Background:
In this lab you will work with the Management Console interface menus to
configure a switch to operate in Fragment-Free switching mode. You will also
configure a port to enable FULL DUPLEX and Port Fast operation. Most switches
can be configured with these options.
Fragment-Free Operation
There are 3 modes switches can operate in; 1) Cut-through or Fast-Forward, 2)
Store-and-Forward and 3) Fragment-Free. In Fast-Forward mode, the switch only
reads the destination MAC address of the Frame header and then immediately
forwards the frame. This mode is the fastest but can also forward collision
fragments of less than 64 bytes (a runt). Store-and forward waits for the entire
frame to be received (up to 1,518 bytes) before forwarding the frame. It is the
slowest switching mode but results in the fewest errors. Fragment-free mode
reduces delay by making the forwarding decision after the first 64 bytes have
been received. This means that no runts will be forwarded which is the most
common type of bad Ethernet frame. Fragment-free is the best compromise
between speed and errors. Cisco switches can be set to operate in Store-and
forward, Fragment-free or Fast Forward modes depending on the model.
Full Duplex Operation
When Full Duplex is enabled on a port it can double the bandwidth by allowing it
to simultaneously transmit and receive. This means that a 10Mbps Ethernet port
can operate at 20Mbps as long as the network interface of the attached device
(NIC or router interface) can also support Full Duplex operation. Since a switch
provides virtual circuit to the device with no collisions, this is dedicated bandwidth
to the device. A 100Mbps Fast Ethernet port can operate at 200Mbps dedicated
bandwidth. Full Duplex operation must be set for each port.
Port Fast Operation
When a switch port comes up it normally goes thru the normal 802.1d Spanning
Tree states of Blocking, Listening, Learning, and then Forwarding. This process
can take from up to 45 seconds to occur. When Port fast mode (spanning tree) is
enabled, the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) can transition the port's state from
Blocking to Forwarding without going through the intermediate states of Listening
and Learning. This can be beneficial especially in Novell Network IPX
environments where the client request can sometimes timeout due to the time it
takes for a switch port to respond.
should work in larger teams to get hands on. While one team is doing switch labs
the others could be doing web-based research on switches at the Cisco web site
URLs listed below. Before beginning this lab you should read the Networking
Academy Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 2 -LAN Switching. You
should also review semester 3 On-line Lesson 2. The following is a list of
equipment required.

Cisco Switch (19xx or 28xx model)
Straight-through CAT 5 Ethernet Cable from the workstation to a switch

Ethernet port
Web Site Resources:

Notes:
Step 1 - Connect the workstation to the switch console port and turn the switch on.
Wait a few minutes for the switch to "boot up" and it will display a menu of
options known as the "Management Console" (1900 version).
3. What is the switch firmware revision and type?
Step 2 - Configure the switch for fragment-free operation.

Select the [S] System option from the main menu and review the menu options
under Settings
4. What is the current switch mode set to?
5. What menu option will allow you to change the mode?
6. What options are available?
Step 3 - Configure a port for full duplex.

7. List the ports that are available to select from: Identify Port:
8. Is full duplex enabled? What option is used to enable it?
Step 4 - Configure a Port for Port Fast mode.

From the port configuration menu, Select the Port Fast configuration option from
the menu.
9. What option selects Port fast?
Step 5 Check switch IP configuration.

From the [N] Network Management option on the main menu, select [I] for IP
configuration.
10. Does the switch have an IP address? If so, what is it?
Lab 2.4.2 Switch config. browser Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S0(DCE)
S1
S1
201.100.11.0
net
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1
Lab_D
E0
E1
Lab_A
Lab_E
E0
S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Use the Management Console menus to view and configure switch IP address settings
Check workstation network settings to verify compatibility with switch and router settings
Test cabling and IP connectivity from workstation to switch using the Ping and Telnet
commands
Use a workstation with browser software to connect to the switch and check port status
Background:
This lab will provide an opportunity to configure a switch for IP and HTTP
(Hypertext Transfer Protocol) access. By assigning an IP address to the switch
you will be able to ping it and Telnet to it. You will also be able to use your
workstation browser (Netscape or Internet Explorer) to connect to the switch and
check switch settings and port statistics. The browser will provide a graphical
interface showing a frontal view of the switch and allow you to select any port to
check out its statistics and characteristics. Many newer switches have HTTP web
server software built in to support browser-based switch management. With
Cisco switch clustering technology, you can manage up to 16 switches with one
IP address. It is very important to assign a password to the switch if you are
going to assign an IP address.
should be available to console into the switch and an Ethernet connection to
Telnet and browser into the switch. Since there may be only one switch
should work in larger teams to get hands on. While one team is doing switch
labs the others could be doing web-based research on switches at the Cisco web
site URLs listed below. Before beginning this lab you may want to read the
Networking Academy Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 2 LAN
Switching. You should also review semester 3 On-line Lesson 2. The following
is a list of equipment required.

Web Site Resources:

Notes:
Step 1- Connect the workstation to the switch console port and turn the switch on.
Depending on the switch you will need either a rollover RJ45 cable with a DB9
adapter (on the PC end) or a DB9 to DB9 null modem (modem eliminator) cable.
Wait a few minutes for the switch to boot up and it will display a menu of options
known as the Management Console.
Step 2- Use the Management Console to configure IP access to the switch.

The IP address of the switch can be used to Ping or Telnet to the switch and
browse into it. It is not required to assign an IP address to a switch but it is
recommended for switch management. When managing a switch, the
Management domain is always VLAN 1. All ports are assigned to VLAN 1 by
default.
3. Select [N] Network Management and then [I] IP Configuration from the menus.
Assign an IP address and subnet mask to the switch. Be sure to use an IP
switch is currently on. If the switch is connected to Router Lab-A, Interface E1
(205.7.5.1) as shown in the standard lab setup diagram, then assign a
compatible IP address and subnet mask to the switch.
IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
4. Select [V] Virtual LAN from the menu and verify that all ports are assigned to
VLAN 1. List the ports that are currently assigned to default VLAN 1:
Step 3- Use the Management Console to configure HTTP access.

5. Select the [N] Network Management menu and verify that the switch will
accept HTTP requests. What option is used to configure the switch to be an
HTTP server?
(Note: This option may not be available on all switches)

Step 4 - Configure the workstation for Ethernet access to the switch.
Configure the workstation with TCP/IP network settings to be compatible with the
switch IP address and the router interface (E1) address. Be sure to set the
workstation IP address, subnet mask and default gateway (nearside router
interface).
6. Write down the workstation IP address information here:

IP Address:
Subnet Mask:
Default Gateway:
Step 5 Ping the IP address of the switch.

Connect the workstation Ethernet cable (straight-through) to port 1 on the switch
and use the ping command from the workstation DOS prompt to test connectivity
and IP configuration between the workstation and switch.
C:\WINDOWS> ping 205.7.5.4
7. Was the ping command successful?
Step 6 Telnet to the switch IP address.

Telnet to the switch from the workstation DOS prompt to test upper layer
connectivity and IP configuration between the workstation and switch. You
should see the same menu as when you are connected via the console.
C:\WINDOWS> telnet 205.7.5.4
8. Was the telnet successful?
Step 7 Use your browser to access the switch.

Start your browser software (Netscape or Internet Explorer). Type in the IP
address you just assigned to the switch in the browser address area where you
would normally type in the URL of a web site. The Switch Management
Graphical User Interface (GUI) should be displayed by the HTTP server in the
switch. Remember you can always use the forward and back buttons with the
browser. The browser GUI is somewhat limited in what you can configure.
9. Did the Switch Manager browser interface come up?
Step 8 Make some configuration changes to the switch using the browser interface.
10.Enter a name for the switch:
11. Enter a password for the switch and confirm it.
12. What color will the port be if the link is faulty or the port is disabled?
13. Select the port where your workstation is connected (port 1) and click on it
with the mouse. Scroll down the port table until you get to port 0/1. What is the
current actual duplex mode?
Change the mode from Half Duplex to Full Duplex. (The NIC in
your workstation may not support full duplex operation).
14. Check the port statistics for frames received and transmitted by clicking on
the Stats button. Enter the number of packets below:
Good Frames Received:
Packets Transmitted:
Lab 3.3.4.1 Creating VLANs Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
This Lab will focus on your ability to accomplish the following tasks:
Console into the switch to determine the firmware version

Check the IP address and subnet mask for the switch
Use the Management console to check VLAN related menu options
router settings
Create a new VLAN, name it and move member ports to it.
Test VLANs functionality by moving a workstation from one VLAN to
another
Background:
In this lab you will work with Ethernet Virtual Local Area Networks or VLANs.
VLANs can be used to separate groups of users based on function rather than
physical location. Normally all of the ports on a switch are in the same default
VLAN 1. A Network Administrator can create additional VLANs and move some
ports into those VLANs to create isolated groups of users regardless of where
they are physically located. This creates smaller broadcast domains which helps
to reduce and localize network traffic. If a switch with 24 ports is divided into 2
VLANs of 12 ports each, the users on one VLAN will not be able to access
resources (such as servers or printers) on the other VLAN. VLANs can also be
created using ports from multiple switches that are trunked together on a
backbone. In order for two VLANs to communicate they must be connected by a
router. Security can be controlled using router Access Control Lists (ACLs) which
will be covered in a future lab.
You will console into the switch and use the Management Console User Interface
menus to view the options available to manage VLANs and will check the current
VLAN configuration. You will also use Telnet to access the switch and check
some settings as well as move your connection from one VLAN to another to
determine the affects of the "Management Domain". When managing a switch,
the Management Domain is always VLAN 1. The Network Administrator's
workstation must have access to a port in the VLAN 1 Management Domain. All
ports are assigned to VLAN 1 by default. This lab will also help demonstrate how
VLANs can be used to separate traffic and reduce broadcast domains.
Academy Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 3 - VLANs. You should also
review Semester 3 On-line Lesson 3. Following is a list of equipment required.
Two Windows PC workstations w/ HyperTerminal installed (configured

for console connection to switch and compatible IP addresses)
Console Cable (roll-over) and DB-9/RJ45 adapter or DB-9 null modem
cable.
CAT 5 Ethernet Cable from each workstation to a switch Ethernet port
Web Site Resources:

General information on all Cisco products - (Scroll down to chapter 16 Switches)
Virtual LANs for 1900/2820 Switches
Notes:
Step 1 - Console into the LAN switch.

Console into the switch by attaching the workstation serial port to the switch
console port with the rollover cable and answer the following questions. Use the
switch attached to Router Lab-A or other another one (Note: Answers will vary
depending on switch model number)
2. Does this switch have standard edition or Enterprise edition software?
3. What is the Firmware version of the switch?
4. What option on the switch menu is used to create or modify VLANS?
Step 2 - Check the IP address of the router, the switch and the attached workstations.
5. Check the IP address and subnet mask of the router, switch and workstations
to verify that they are compatible and on the same network. If the switch is
connected to Router Lab-A, Interface E1 as shown in the standard lab setup
diagram then assign IP addresses, subnet masks and default gateways as
appropriate. Record your settings below:
Router
IP:
Switch
IP:
Wkstn 1
IP:
Wkstn 2
IP:
Subnet
Mask:
Subnet
______________
Mask:
Subnet
______________
Mask:
Subnet
______________
Mask:
______________
_______________
_______________
Def.
_______________
Gateway:
Def.
_______________
_______________
Gateway:
_______________
Step 3 - Enter VLAN configuration mode.

6. What is the maximum number of VLANS you can create?
7. Select the [L] List VLANs option from the submenu and then enter the word
ALL. What VLANS are currently listed?
8. List the options on the VLAN configuration menu and sub-menus in the
following table:
VLAN Menu Options from a Cisco Catalyst 1912 (10Mbps) Ethernet Switch
Menu Opt.
VLAN Menu Option Description
Sub-menu options (list two or

more)
Step 4 - Using the VLAN menu options, configure the VLANs.

NOTE: The following steps were performed on a Catalyst 1912 WS-C1912C-EN
(12-port) switch with Enterprise Edition firmware version V8.01.02. Your answers
may vary.
9. Check the configuration of the default VLAN by selecting [M] Modify VLANs
option and then select VLAN 1. What are the current member ports in VLAN 1?
10. Create a new Ethernet VLAN and name it. Give it a name (eg: your last name
plus an number: smith1). What name did you give it?
11. What is the VLAN number for your new VLAN?
12. List the steps required to create and name the new VLAN:
13. Assign ports 7 thru 12 and port B to the your new VLAN: List the steps
required to do this:
14. Check VLAN 1 again. What changes do you see?
Exit out to the main menu, then to the Management Console.

Step 5 - Test the functionality of the 2 VLANs.
To see your VLAN in action, set up two workstations and verify that the IP
addresses are on the same subnetwork (See Step 2). Restart computers as
needed.
From Workstation 1, plug the Ethernet cable from the NIC card into a port from 16 on the switch. From Workstation 2, plug the Ethernet cable from the NIC card
into a port from 1-6 on the switch.
15. Issue a ping to each workstation. Was the ping successful?
16. Now take Workstation 2's Ethernet port from the switch and plug it into one of
the ports on VLAN 2 (ports 7-12). Ping each workstation again. Was the ping
successful?
Lab 3.3.4.2 Switch management VLANs Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Console into the switch and check switch characteristics and

configuration parameters.
View / Configure the IP address and subnet mask for the switch
router settings
Use the Management console to check and change VLAN configuration
for the switch
Telnet to the switch based on VLAN and port location
Work with the switch Management Domain
Background:
In this lab you will work with Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs). You will
console into the switch and view the menu options available to manage VLANs
and will check the current VLAN configuration. You will also use Telnet to access
the switch and check some settings as well as move your connection from one
VLAN to another to determine the affects of the "Management Domain". When
managing a switch, the Management Domain is always VLAN 1. The network

administrator's workstation must have access to a port in the VLAN 1
Management Domain. All ports are assigned to VLAN 1 by default.
Academy Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 3 - VLANs. You should also
review Semester 3 On-line Lesson 3. Following is a list of equipment required:

for console connection to switch)
Console Cable (roll-over) and DB-9/RJ45 adapter or DB-9 null modem
cable.
Web Site Resources:

Notes:
Step 1. Console into the LAN switch.

console port with a rollover cable and answer the following questions. Use the
switch attached to Router Lab-A or other another one (Note: Answers will vary
depending on switch model number)
2. Does this switch have Standard Edition or Enterprise Edition software?
4. What option on the menu is used to set IP address of the switch?
Step 2. Assign an IP address to the switch.

6. Assign an IP address and subnet mask to the switch. Be sure to use an IP
switch is currently on. If the switch is connected to Router Lab-A, Interface E1 as
shown in the standard lab setup diagram, then assign a compatible IP address
and subnet mask to the switch.
IP Address: ____________________ Subnet Mask: _____________________
Step 3. Check VLAN configuration options.
7. Select VLAN option from the menu. How many VLANS can be configured with
this switch?
8. Verify that all ports are assigned to VLAN 1. List the ports that are currently
assigned to VLAN1.
9. List the first three "Actions" that are available on the VLAN submenu. Which
menu option is used to move a port to a different VLAN?
Menu Opt.
VLAN Menu Option

Description
Sub-menu options (list two or more)
Step 4. Attach a workstation and Telnet to the switch.

Connect the workstation to the switch with a straight-through CAT5 Ethernet
cable using port 12 on the switch. Verify that the workstation has IP address,
Subnet Mask and Default Gateway settings that are compatible with the switch
and router. Telnet to the switch from the workstation DOS prompt.
10. What command did you use?
11. Were you able to Telnet to the switch?
12. Move port 12 to VLAN 2. What happened to the Telnet session?
12. With the workstation attached to port 12 on VLAN 2 can you still manage the
switch?
14. Why or Why not?
15. Move your workstation connection to port 11 on the switch. Can you Telnet to
the switch now?
16. Why or why not?
17. Explain why your Telnet session failed when you move your workstation from
port 11 (VLAN 1) to port 12 (VLAN 2) on the switch.
Lab 3.4.4.1 Switch Firmware Update / TFTP Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Display information about current Switch Firmware.

Review switch memory and update options
Use a TFTP Server to update a switch to a new version of the Firmware
software
Background:
As new versions of the Cisco switch Firmware software become available, it is
necessary to periodically update the existing Firmware image to support the
latest features and improvements. In this lab you will determine what version of
Firmware your switch is currently running and become familiar with the
requirements for updating to a newer version. The process of downloading a new
switch firmware image from Cisco Connection Online (CCO) will be also be
reviewed. The TFTP server method of updating your firmware will be covered in
this lab. The primary goal of this lab is to get your switch updated to Enterprise
Edition.
Note:
If your switch currently has an older version of the standard edition
firmware, you must update to the newest version of the standard edition
first and then you can update to the enterprise edition.
HyperTerminal to a Switch using the Switch's console Interface with a roll-over
cable. You will also need an Ethernet connection to the Switch. The instructor or
lab assistant should have a Windows 9x PC with a TFTP server installed and
have the latest downloaded firmware image on the PC hard drive. Verify that the
TFTP server is accessible by the Switch. The Cisco TFTP server and latest
firmware updates can be downloaded from the web sites listed below. Since
there may be only one switch available, the instructor should demonstrate this
lab at a minimum and students should work in larger teams to get hands on.
While one team is doing switch labs the others could be doing web-based
research on switches at the Cisco web site URLs listed below.
You should review Chapters 2 and 3 in the Cisco Networking Academy SecondYear Companion Guide and review semester 3 online curriculum lesson 3 prior
to starting this lab. Although the instructions in this lab for downloading the
firmware image software can only be done by someone with a CCO account, you
should read through them to become familiar with the process.
Resources Required:

PC connected to the Switch console port with a roll-over cable and DB9/RJ45 adapter or DB-9 null modem cable.
PC connected to a hub that the router is connected to or a crossover
cable directly to the router
PC on a network that the router can send and receive to running a TFTP
daemon (server
Web Site Resources:

Notes:
Step 1. Download new switch firmware version.

Go to www.cisco.com and login with your CCO account (your instructor or
academy contact should be able to do this). Click on Software Center under
Services and Support. Click on LAN Switching Software, then click on
Catalyst 1900, then click on Download Cisco Catalyst 1900 Software Image.
NOTE: If you have Standard Edition firmware you must upgrade to newest
version then upgrade to Enterprise Edition. Depending on the version of the
switch firmware, you may not be able to upgrade to Enterprise Edition firmware.
Step 2. Login to the Switch.
Select option [M] for Menu then [F] for Firmware
Step 3. Check the current firmware version.
IF your switch does not have Enterprise Edition software you will need to
upgrade to the Standard edition version of the current Firmware then you can
upgrade to the same version of Enterprise Edition.
1. What version of firmware is the switch currently running?
Step 4. Set IP address of the switch.

Under main menu select [N] Network Management, then select [I] IP
configuration, after that select [I] IP address and [S] for subnet mask. Make
sure that the IP address and subnet mask are on the same network as the TFTP
server.
Step 5. Prepare for firmware update.
a.
b.
Set the IP address of the TFTP server using option [S] TFTP server
name or IP address.
Set the File name of the upgrade using [F] Filename for firmware
upgrades
Step 6. Install firmware update.

In the firmware configuration select [T] for system TFTP upgrade. The Switch
will ask you to confirm the upgrade. After you confirm that you want to proceed
with firmware upgrade the Switch will become unresponsive for approximately 1
minuet or so. This is normal.
Step 7. Confirm Firmware upgrade.

From main menu select [M] for Menu then [F] for Firmware
2. What version of firmware is the switch running?
Lab 3.4.4.2 Multi-Switch VLANs Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Console into the switch to determine the firmware version

Check the IP address and subnet mask for the switch
Use the Management console to check VLAN related menu options
router settings
Create a new VLAN, name it and move member ports to it.
Test VLANs functionality by moving a workstation from one VLAN to
another
Enable ISL (Inter-Switch Link) trunking on trunk ports for the two
switches
Background:
In this lab you will work with Ethernet Virtual Local Area Networks or VLANs.
VLANs can be used to separate groups of users based on function rather than
physical location. Normally all of the ports on a switch are in the same default
VLAN 1. A Network Administrator can create additional VLANs and move some
ports into those VLANs to create isolated groups of users regardless of where
they are physically located. This creates smaller broadcast domains which helps
to reduce and localize network traffic. If a switch with 24 ports is divided into 2
VLANs of 12 ports each, the users on one VLAN will not be able to access
resources (such as servers or printers) on the other VLAN. VLANs can also be
created using ports from multiple switches that are "trunked" together on a
backbone. In order for two VLANs to communicate they must be connected by a
router. Security can be controlled with router Access Control Lists (ACLs) which
will be covered in a future lab.
You will console into the switch and use the Management Console User Interface
menus to view the options available to manage VLANs and will check the current
VLAN configuration. You will also use Telnet to access the switch and check
some settings as well as move your connection from one VLAN to another to
determine the affects of the "Management Domain". When managing a switch,
the Management Domain is always VLAN 1. The Network Administrator's
workstation must have access to a port in the VLAN 1 Management Domain. All
ports are assigned to VLAN 1 by default. This lab will also help demonstrate how
VLANs can be used to separate traffic and reduce broadcast domains.
Prior to starting the lab, the teacher or lab assistant should have two switches
available with the default VLAN settings and each switch must be running the
Enterprise Edition firmware. If your switches are not, then the Enterprise Edition
firmware must be downloaded from the Cisco web site by a person with a CCO
login account (your academy contact or instructor). The procedure for upgrading
switch firmware was covered in the prior lab (3.4.4 Lab 1). A workstation with
HyperTerminal should be available as a console and for Telnetting into the
switch. Since there may be only a couple of switches available, the instructor
should demonstrate this lab at a minimum and students should work in larger
teams to get hands on. While one team is doing switch labs the others could be
doing web-based research on switches at the Cisco web site URLs listed below.
Companion Guide, Chapter 3 - VLANs. You should also review semester 3 Online Lesson 3. The following is a list of equipment required.

for console connection to switch and compatible IP addresses)
Two Cisco Switches (19xx or 28xx model) with Enterprise Edition
software with at least one 100Base-TX (CAT 5 copper) trunk port (A or
B).
Console Cable (roll-over or null cable)
CAT 5 Ethernet Cable from each workstation to a switch Ethernet port
CAT 5 cross-over cable to connect the switch trunk ports (100Base-TX)
Web Site Resources:

Notes:
Step 1. Console into the LAN switch.

console port and answer the following questions. (Note: Answers will vary
depending on switch model number). For this lab you have to have Enterprise
Edition software to create VLANs that span multiple switches. If the switch
needs to be upgraded to Enterprise edition software refer to the lab on Switch
Firmware upgrade. You may need to use the [F] Firmware option from the
switch main menu to determine the answers to the following.
Switch-A:
Switch-B:
2. Does this switch have standard edition or Enterprise edition software?

Switch-A:
Switch-B:

Switch-A:
Switch-B:

Switch-A:
Switch-B:
Step 2. Check the IP address of the switch and the attached workstations.
5. Check the IP address and subnet mask of the switch and workstations to verify
that they are compatible and on the same network. Record your settings below:
Subnet
Mask:
Subnet
Switch B IP: ________________
Mask:
Switch A IP: ________________
Subnet
Mask:
Subnet
Wkstn 2 IP: ________________
Mask:
Wkstn 1 IP ________________
________________
________________
________________
________________
Step 3. Enter VLAN configuration mode.

6. What is the maximum number of VLANS that can be created?
7. Select the [L] List VLANs option from the submenu and then enter the word
ALL. What VLANS are currently listed?
8. List the options on the VLAN configuration menu and sub-menus in the
following table:
VLAN Menu Options from a Cisco Catalyst 1912 (10 Mbps) Ethernet Switch
Menu Opt.
VLAN Menu Option Description
Sub-menu options (list two or

more)
Step 4. Using the VLAN menu options, configure the VLANs.

NOTE: The following steps were performed on a Catalyst 1912 WS-C1912C-EN
(12-port) switch with Enterprise Edition firmware version V8.01.02 (Switch-A) and
Catalyst 1924 WS-C1924C-EN (24-port) switch with Enterprise Edition firmware
version V8.01.02 (Switch-B) Your answers may vary.
9. Check the configuration of the default VLAN by selecting [M] Modify VLANs
option and then select VLAN 1. What are the current member ports in VLAN 1?
10. Create two new Ethernet VLANs and name them. Give each one a name (eg:
your last name plus the number of the VLAN: smith10 or smith20). What names
did you give them?
For the two VLANs you create use numbers 10 and 20. Assign a SAID to each
VLAN using the [I] 802.10 SAID VLANs option. Use SAID 10 and 20 for VLAN 10
and 20. Assign the first half of the ports to VLAN 10 and the second half to VLAN
20. Repeat this on Switch-B using the same names, VLAN number and same
SAID.
Step 5. Enable "Trunking" on port B of both Switch-A and Switch-B.
Under VLAN configuration select [T] Trunk Configuration and select port B. In the
Trunk B Configuration Menu select [T] Trunking then select 1 to turn trunking on.
Repeat for Switch-A and Switch-B. By default 1-1005 VLANs are allowed to use
the trunk port.
NOTE: You need to use a CAT 5 crossover cable to connect Switch-A port
B to Switch-B port B. This assumes that each of your switches has at least
one 100Base -TX (CAT 5 copper) trunk or backbone port (port A or B). Some
switches have one 100Base -TX and one 100Base -FX (fiber) trunk port and
some have two 100Base -FX ports depending on the model.
Lab 4.5.6: Switched LAN design Overview

Objectives:
Analyze requirements for a simple Local Area Network with Internet access.
Design a Layer 1 and 2 topology based on switched Ethernet and given requirements
Determine the type, number and location of Ethernet switches and cabling required
based on wiring closet locations for MDF and multiple IDFs based and a simple floor plan
Research the Cisco web site and those of Cisco vendors for models and costs
Background:
This lab will help prepare for the Case Study. In this lab you will be given some
basic requirements for a small LAN that spans multiple buildings. Your focus is
on the physical topology and Data link layer components. The goal is to replace
an aging 10Base2 thinnet Ethernet network with current technology Ethernet
switches and cabling based on structured cabling standards and the extended
star topology. You will decide which type of Ethernet switches to use and where
to place them. You will also determine which type of cabling to use based on the
requirements given. Your users will need access to several servers and they will
need to be placed in the most effective locations. You will use vendor catalogs
and web based research to find out the model numbers and costs of various
switched Ethernet solutions.
This is a research lab and will not require a physical lab setup. You will need
access to data communications equipment catalogs and web access for
research. Use the Cisco web site URLs listed below. Work in teams of 3 or more.
Companion Guide, Chapter 4 LAN Design. You should also review semester 3
On-line Lesson 4. The following is a list of equipment required.
PC with Internet access for product research

Data communication vendors catalogs
Web Site Resources:

Notes:
Step 1. Review the requirements.

You are designing a LAN for a small company with one location and several
buildings that need to be interconnected. Use the building diagram and
requirements listed to decide what type of switches and cabling should be run
where.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
There are 3 buildings in a campus arrangement - Admin, Engineering

and Manufacturing
Admin is Building A, Engineering is building B and Manufacturing is
building C
The Admin building is between Engineering and Manufacturing
The distances between the buildings are shown in the diagram
There is a wiring closet in each of the buildings
The wiring closet for the POP is in the Admin building
There are 35 PCs and 5 printers that need network access in the Admin
building
There are 27 PCs and 3 printers that need network access in the
Engineering building
There are 18 PCs and 2 printers that need network access in the
Manufacturing building
The customer wants the fastest Ethernet switching technology available
for the backbone
The customer wants the keep cost down for the workstation connections
All users need access to the Internet and two centralized file and print
servers
Engineering users need local access to a high performance
departmental server
Manufacturing Bldg C
(20 data drops rqd.)
350 ft.
Engineering Bldg B
Eng. Server
250 ft.
Admin Bldg A
2 central Servers
XYZ Company Data Network

Fill in the table and answer the following questions based on your knowledge of
Ethernet switching equipment, routers and structured cabling standards.
1. Admin building A - MDF / POP Equipment (40 data)

Equip.
Type
Model No. Qty.
No./Type
Ports
Description/Function Cost
2. Engineering building B IDF 1 Equipment (30 data)

Equip.
Type
Model No. Qty.
No./Type
Ports
(1)
3. Manufacturing building C IDF 2 Equipment (20 data)

Equip.
Type
Model No. Qty.
No./Type
Ports
4.
What type of cabling will you run from the switches in the wiring closets
to the users desktop workstations and why?
5.
What will be the speed of these links?
6.
What are some terms related to this type of cabling?
7.
What type of cabling will you run from the MDF/POP in building A to
buildings B and C and why?
8.
What will be the speed of these links?
9.
What are some terms related to this type of cabling?
10. Why is the wiring closet in the Admin building the best place for the
MDF?
Lab 5.2.2: Routed & routing protocols Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Compare the characteristics of routed and routing protocols and cite examples of each
Examine a router to determine which routed and routing protocols are active
Practice commands to determine which routed and routing protocols are supported
(show IP route, show protocols, show running config, router ?)
Match terms for routed and routing protocols
Diagram the relationship between: routed & routing protocols, dynamic & static protocols,
interior vs exterior protocols, distance vector, link state & hybrid routing protocols
Background:
This lab will reinforce your knowledge and understanding of routed and routing
protocols, the primary protocols that enable a router to function. You will review
examples of each type of protocol and use various IOS commands at the router
to discover which routed and routing protocols are currently running or active on
the router. You will also use the help facility to explore what protocols the router
could support that may not be currently running. Understanding the distinction
between routed and routing protocols is critical to mastering the concepts of

internetworking.
Routed protocols
Protocols are the language or rules of communication between devices on a
network. Routed protocols are those protocols that can be routed. Layer 3
(network) addressing information is put in the header of the data packet, which
enables the packet to get to it's destination across multiple networks. They are
also called routable protocols, meaning they are able to be routed. In order for a
protocol to be routable the addressing method must have at least two parts; a
network number and a node number. It is the network portion of the address that
allows a packet to be routed from one network to another. All devices in a
network normally run the same routed protocol, which is like a common
language, in order to communicate. Most LAN protocols are routed protocols.
The most common routed protocol is the Internet Protocol or IP, which is an
international standard. IP is sometimes referred to as TCP/IP, but TCP is actually
a transport (Layer 4) protocol and is not involved directly with the routable IP
protocol that works at Layer 3. In order for a device (workstation, server, router
etc.) to communicate on the Internet, it must be running IP. IP addresses are 32
bits and have a network portion and a node portion that is typically assigned by a
network administrator. Other routed LAN protocols are Novell's IPX, AppleTalk
and Decnet.
Routing protocols
Routing protocols are used by routers to communicate between themselves in
order to dynamically exchange information about the networks they can reach
and the desirability of the routes available. They are typically called dynamic
routing protocols and they facilitate the process of routing. They are not needed
in a small network if only static routes are used. Routing protocol packets take up
bandwidth and operate independently of the routed data packets that pass
through the network. There is no information in an IP packet that is related to the
routing protocol being used. Routers periodically send information about routes
(routing tables) to each other so that when they receive a routed protocol packet
(such as IP) they know where to send it. If we think of the routed protocol
address like an address on a letter, the routing protocol is like a messenger
running between the routers to tell them which routes are open and which ones
are the fastest. Routing protocols can be broadly categorized based on whether
they are interior or exterior, and subdivided by type: distance vector or link state.
Interior Routing Protocols
Interior routing protocols are used within a private network. As an example, a
company may have a number of LANs in different geographical locations that are
connected by routers and dedicated WAN links (such as T1 or Frame relay). If all
of these routers are under a common administration or autonomous system (not
connected through the Internet), then they would use an interior routing protocol.
Interior routing protocols can be subdivided by type: (1) Distance vector, (2) Link
State, and (3) Hybrid. The distinction is in the metrics they use to select routes
and in how routing table updates are stored and exchanged.
Exterior routing protocols
Exterior routing protocols are used to communicate between autonomous
systems and over the Internet. Examples of exterior protocols include Border
Gateway Protocol (BGP) and Exterior Gateway protocol (EGP). BGP is the most
common exterior routing protocol and the latest version is BGP4.
Prior to starting the lab, the teacher or lab assistant should have the standard
router lab with all 5 routers set up and have a routing protocol enabled (RIP or
IGRP). Workstations with HyperTerminal should be available to console into the
routers. Work individually or in teams. Before beginning this lab you may want to
read the Networking Academy Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 5
Routing Protocols: IGRP. You should also review Semester 3 On-line Lesson 5.
The following is a list of equipment required.
Standard Cisco 5-router lab setup with hubs and switches
Workstations to connect to the routers
CAT 5 Ethernet Cable from the workstation to the hub or switch
Web Site Resources:
Routing basics
RIP routing protocol
IGRP routing protocol
EIGRP routing protocol
OSPF routing protocol
BGP routing protocol
EGP routing protocol
Tech tips for IGRP and EIGRP routing protocol
Configuring IP routing protocols
Basic IP addressing and Troubleshooting guide
Notes:
Step 1 - Review Interior Gateway routing protocols.

1.
The following table lists some of the most common interior routing
protocols. Fill in the table with the information requested based on your
knowledge. You may look up answers in the text or online or use the web
site resources.
Interior Gateway Routing Protocols

Routing Protocol
Protocol Type:
(distance vector,
link state, hybrid)
Developed by:
(Vendor /
Standards)
Characteristics/Notes
RIP (v1 and v2)

(Routing information
protocol)
IGRP (Interior
Gateway Routing
Protocol)
OSPF (Open
Shortest Path First)
EIGRP (Enhanced
Interior Gateway
Routing Protocol)
Step 2 - Check to see which ROUTING protocols the router can understand.
Routing protocols enable the router to learn about other routes. To see the list of
IP routing protocols supported and the networks and routes that have been
learned, use the show IP route command from user mode.
Router>
2.
show
IP route
What are some of the routing protocols supported?
You can also see the routing protocols supported in an

alphabetical list with definitions. Enter privileged mode, then
config mode and then use the help by typing router ?.
Router(config)# router
3.
Are the routing protocols listed the same?
Step 3 - Determine which ROUTING protocols are in use.

You can see which interfaces and networks are defined for the routing protocols
in use. This means they will advertise and received routing updates on those
interfaces. Use the show run command to see which protocol is active and on
which interfaces.
Router# show run
4.
What routing protocol is being used and which networks will be

advertised?
Step 4 - Check to see which ROUTED protocols the router can understand.
Routed (or routable) protocols enable packets to move from one network to
another. To see the list of routed protocols supported, enter privileged mode,
then config mode and use the help by typing ?. You will see many commands but
you should be able to pick out the routed protocols.
Router(config)#
5. Which routed protocols can you see in the list?
Step 5 - Determine which ROUTED protocols are in use.

Each router in our lab is directly connected to at least one network, and most
routers are connected to 2 or more networks. To view which routed protocols are
in use on your router enter the show protocols command at the user mode.
router> show
protocols
6. Which routed protocols are in use? On which interface(s)?
Step 6 Fill in the tree diagram of routed and routing protocols.

7. Fill in the boxes on the tree diagram showing the relationship and
protocol names for the more common routed and routing protocols. This
will help you visualize the tree when working with these protocols. Start
at the top with routed and routing then branch off into interior, exterior,
distance vector, link state, etc. Use the abbreviations and acronyms in
the legend at the bottom to fill in the boxes. You must use them all.
Routed and
Routing Protocols
ROUTED
ROUTING
Legend:
IP = Internet Protocol, IPX = Internetwork Packet Exchange, A/T = AppleTalk, D.V.
= Distance Vector, L.S. = Link State, HYB = Hybrid, BGP = Border Gateway
Protocol, EGP = Exterior Gateway Protocol, RIP = Routing Information Protocol,
IGRP = Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, OSPF = Open Shortest Path First,
EIGRP = Enhanced Interior Gateway Routing Protocol, INTERIOR, EXTERIOR
Lab 5.4.3: Migrating RIP to IGRP - Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Verify the routing protocols are working properly

Check routing table and interpret network entries
Check for static routes and remove them if necessary
Compare RIP to IGRP based on administrative distance
Convert a RIP-based router network to IGRP
Background:
In this lab you will work with two dynamic interior routing protocols - Router
Information Protocol (RIP) and Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (IGRP).
order to dynamically exchange information about the networks they can reach
and the desirability of the routes available. Routed protocols (such as IP and IPX)
are those protocols that can be routed between networks to enable packets to
get from one location to another. Routers can run multiple routing and routed
protocols.
Both RIP and IGRP are distance-vector routing protocols. RIP is the oldest
routing protocol and uses only hop count as a metric to determine the best path
or route. IGRP is a Cisco proprietary protocol that uses metrics such as
bandwidth and delay to determine the best path. It may be desirable for a router
network using RIP to convert to IGRP because IGRP has a much higher hop
count limitation and uses bandwidth as a metric, thus bringing about better
routing decisions when working with an internetwork that has alternative paths.
You will console into the router and check the status of the IP routing table and
verify the networks that are reachable by each router. You will add IGRP to a
router that has only RIP on it and then remove RIP. The ability to apply and
interpret routing protocols is essential to maintaining internetworks.
router lab with all 5 routers set up with RIP enabled. Workstations with
HyperTerminal should be available to console into the routers. Work individually
or in teams. Before beginning this lab you may want to read the Networking
Academy Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 5 - Routing Protocols: IGRP.
You should also review Semester 3 On-line Lesson 5. The following is a list of
equipment required.

Workstations to connect to the routers
CAT 5 Ethernet Cable from the workstation to the hub or switch
Web Resources:
Notes:
Routing basics
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
Step 1. Verify the routers have learned about the other networks in the lab.
1. To display the routing table and see the routing updates that have occurred
and the networks the router knows about, issue the following command:
router> show
IP
route
2. What letter appears in the first column of the routing table for any
network/subnet directly connected to the router?
3. What letter(s) might appear in the first column of the routing table for any other
networks NOT directly connected to the router? (refer to the legend at the top of
the display from the show IP route command)
Step 2. Determine the directly connected networks.

Each router in our lab is directly connected to at least one network, and most
routers are connected to 2 or more networks.
1. In the table below, list the networks (class A, B, or C - NOT subnets) to which
each router is directly connected (you will be using this information when you
enable IGRP).
2. What is the difference between a router's interface address and the attached
network address?
Lab-A
Lab-B
Lab-C
Lab-D
Lab-E
Step 3. Determine if there are static routes and remove them.
1. What letter would appear in the first column of the routing table for any
network/subnet for which there is a static route?
2. If there any static routes configured on the routers in this lab they need to be
removed, since our goal here is for the routers to learn all routes via the IGRP
routing protocol. To find the configuration statements for the static routes, issue
the following command. Are there any static routes?
router#show running-config
(notice any command of the form "IP route ", they would be
near the end of the output)
3. Enter config mode and remove any static routes with the command:
router#config term
4. Remove each of the static routes with a NO command of the form:
router(config)#no IP route
(be sure to enter exactly what you found in the show runningconfig, but with a "no" in front.)
Step 4. Routes learned with RIP and IGRP.
1. What letter appears in the first column of the routing table for any
network/subnet learned via RIP?
Once you have successfully and completely converted to IGRP, each of the
entries learned via RIP should be replaced with a similar entry.
2. What will the letter in the first column be when the network/subnet is being
learned via IGRP?
Step 5. Enable IGRP routing.

1. Issue the following commands:
router(config)#router igrp 100
router(config-router)#network a.b.c.d
(where a.b.c.d is the actual network address, for example
204.204.7.0)
(Add a network statement for each network directly connected to the
router being configured; refer to the table you filled in above.)
Step 6. Verify that IGRP is now running and configured correctly.

1. Issue the command:
Router> show IP protocol
2. At this point, you are still running two routing protocols for IP; RIP and IGRP,
and both should be listed. The output includes the administrative distance of the
two routing protocols - fill in those values below.
RIP:
IGRP:
Administrative distance is used to choose the routing protocol to prefer when

there is more than one in use, with the lowest value being preferred. Since IGRP
has a lower administrative distance, it will be preferred. However, if some of the
routers in our lab are not yet configured correctly for using IGRP, RIP information
will still be learned and used! Continue to issue the command show IP route
until there is no more RIP information in the table, and then turn off RIP.
Step 7. What is the command to turn off the RIP routing protocol?
Lab 5.4.6.1: Configuring IGRP - Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
To learn how to configure IGRP as the network's routing protocol
Adjust configurable IGRP metrics
Background:
In this lab you will work with Cisco's Interior Gateway Routing Protocol (IGRP).
order to exchange information about the networks they can reach and the
desirability of the routes available. Routed protocols (such as IP and IPX) are
those protocols that can be routed between networks to enable packets to get
from one location to another. Routers can run multiple routing and routed
protocols.
IGRP is a dynamic distance-vector routing protocol developed by Cisco in the
mid-1980s for routing in an autonomous system that contains large, complex
networks with diverse bandwidth and delay characteristics. Your school district
has decided to implement IGRP as the routing protocol. Several requests were
made to InterNIC and they have issued an Autonomous System number of 100
to your District Office.
Cisco's IGRP Implementation

IGRP uses a combination of user-configurable metrics, including internetwork
delay, bandwidth, reliability, and load. IGRP also advertises three types of routes:
interior, system, and exterior. Interior routes are routes between subnets in the
network attached to a router interface. If the network attached to a router is not
subnetted, IGRP does not advertise interior routes. System routes are routes to
networks within an autonomous system. The Cisco IOS software derives system
routes from directly connected network interfaces and system route information
provided by other IGRP-speaking routers or access servers. System routes do
not include subnet information. Exterior routes are routes to networks outside the
autonomous system that are considered when identifying a gateway of last
resort. The IOS software chooses a gateway of last resort from the list of exterior
routes that IGRP provides. The software uses the gateway (router) of last resort
if it does not have a better route for a packet and the destination is not a
connected network. If the autonomous system has more than one connection to
an external network, different routers can choose different exterior routers as the
gateway of last resort.
router lab with all 5 routers set up and all dynamic protocols and static routes
removed. This is done issuing the no router igrp xxx and no ip route
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx commands from the Router(config)# command level of the
enable exec user level. Work individually or in teams. Before beginning this lab
you may want to read the Networking Academy Second Year Companion Guide,
Chapter 5 - Routing Protocols: IGRP. You should also review Semester 3 On-line
Lesson 4. The following is a list of equipment required.
Workstation connected to the router's console port
Web Resources:
Routing basics
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
Notes:
Perform the following steps using one of the 5 lab routers. The router prompt
shown here is the default prompt of "Router" assuming no host name has been
assigned to the router. The actual prompt will vary (eg: LAB-A or LAB-B etc.)
Step 1 - Enter the user exec mode.
Step 2 - Ping all IP interfaces on your router and all interfaces on the directly connected
neighboring routers.
Document in your Lab Engineering Journal what the responses were from ICMP
Ping command.
Which router interfaces respond with a successful ping?
Step 3 - Display the current routing protocols in use with the following command:
Router>show ip protocols
Are there any routing protocols defined?
(If there are they should be removed and then repeat steps 1 and 2 - refer to lab
5.4.3 for removal)
Step 4 - Enter privileged exec mode with the class password using the following
command:
Router>enable
Password: class
Step 5 - Display the current running configuration in RAM with the following command:
Router#show running-config
Are there static routes defined?
(If there are they should be removed - refer to lab 5.4.3)

Step 6 - Enter configure mode with the following command:
Router#config term
Step 7 - Enable IGRP on this router with the following command:
Router(config)#router igrp 100
What changed on the router prompt:
Step 8. - Define which networks are to use IGRP by entering the following command:
Router(config-router)#network xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx
(Where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the IP address of one of the networks directly
connected to the router.)
1. What was the router response?
Step 9 - Repeat step 8 for all of the networks directly connected to the router.
Step 10 - Enter Exit.

Step 11 - Enter CNTL-Z.
Step 12 - Display the current router configuration file in RAM with the following command:
Is the router IGRP protocol turned on and advertising the networks you defined?
Step 13 - Enter the following command at the privileged mode prompt:

Router#copy run start
What does this command do?
Step 14 - Display the current routing protocols in use with the following command:
Router#show ip protocols
Enter in your Lab Engineering Journal any important information you have
received from issuing this command. What routing protocol was shown?
Step 15 - Display the IP routing table to show what networks are known to this router.
Router#show ip route
received from issuing this command. What networks were listed?
Step 16 - Display the router interfaces and their statistics.

Router#show ip interface
received from issuing this command. What interfaces are in use?
Step 17 - Enable IGRP debugging with the following command:

Router#debug ip igrp transactions
received from issuing this command. What was the effect of this command?
Step 18 - Check the current default basic settings for the timers with the following
command:
Router#show ip protocol
What is the current setting for the four basic timers?
Update:
Invalid:
Hold Down:
Flushed:
Step 19 - Reset the IGRP network timers with the following series of commands:
Router#config term
Router(config-router)#no timers basic
What is the purpose of this command?
Step 20 Check to see that the router is no longer receiving routes with the following
command:
Router#show ip route
Step 21 - Adjust the network timers using the following command.
All devices in an IGRP autonomous system must be consistent in their use of
timers. Consistency is important with regard to how often they send updates and
the length of the hold down. Use the following series of commands to adjust the
timers to different settings than the default ones in step 18:
Router#config term
Router(config-router)#timers basic update invalid
holddown flush [sleeptime] (replace each of the
italicized words with a number in seconds)
received from issuing this command and the significance of issuing this
command.
Step 22 - Enforce a maximum network diameter of 2 hops with the following series of
commands:
Router#config term
Router(config-router)#metric maximum-hops 2
Step 23 - Turn off IP protocol debugging with the following command:
Router#no debug ip igrp transactions
received from issuing this command.
Lab 5.4.6.2: Multi-path IGRP- Overview
Router Lab Topology

205.7.5.0 net
S1
201.100.11.0
net
E1
S0(DCE)
S1
199.6.13.0
net
Lab_B S0(DCE)
Lab_C
204.204.7.0 net
E0
E0
S1 Lab_D
E0
Lab_E
E0
Lab_A S0(DCE)
E0
219.17.100.0 net
223.8.151.0 net
210.93.105.0 net
192.5.5.0 net
Router Name - Lab_A

Router Type - 2514
E0 = 192.5.5.1
E1 = 205.7.5.1
S0 = 201.100.11.1
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_C

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 223.8.151.1
S0 = 204.204.7.1
S1 = 199.6.13.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_B

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 219.17.100.1
S0 = 199.6.13.1
S1 = 201.100.11.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_D

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.1
S1 = 204.204.7.2
SM = 255.255.255.0
Router Name - Lab_E

Router Type - 2501
E0 = 210.93.105.2
SM = 255.255.255.0

Objectives:
Work with IGRP metrics used in path selection
Understand the path that is selected to route data to a particular host.
Background:
In a previous lab, you saw how to set up the RIP routing protocol on Cisco
routers. In this lab you will configure the routers to use IGRP and see how IGRP
uses metrics to select the best path.
Initially, a router must refer to entries about networks or subnets that are directly
connected to it. Each interface must be configured with an IP address and a
subnet mask. The initial source of this information is from the user who types it
into a configuration file. IGRP (Interior Gateway Routing Protocol) is a distancevector routing protocol developed by Cisco to address problems associated with
routing in large, heterogeneous networks.
RIP sends out routing updates every 30 seconds and uses only hop count to
determine the best path. IGRP sends routing updates at 90 second intervals and
uses a combination of variables in determining the best path to route packets.
The variables that make up this composite metric include bandwidth, delay, load,
reliability and MTU (maximum transmission unit). Detailed information on how
IGRP calculates the best path can be found at the Introduction to IGRP site
listed in the Web Site Resources section of this lab.
IGRP takes a more intelligent approach to determining the best route than RIP
does. RIP only counts the number of routers (hops) from point A to point B,
whereas IGRP looks at, among other factors, the speed of the various links
before it determines the best path.
In this lab you will add a WAN link between Lab-A and Lab-E. This link will be
configured for 56Kbps speed. The other WAN links are configured for 1,544 Kbps
(T1 speed) by default. You will examine the routing tables and determine what
path the data will take. Finally, you will take down one of the fast links between
routers and force the data to be routed through the 56Kbps WAN link.
Prior to starting this lab you will need to have the equipment for the standard 5router lab available. The routers and workstations should be pre-configured by
the instructor or lab assistant with the correct IP settings prior to starting the lab.
Work in teams of 3 or more. Before beginning this lab you may want to review
Chapter 5 in the Cisco Networking Academy Second-Year Companion Guide
and Semester 3 On-line Chapter 5.
Resources Required:
(5) PC workstations (min.) with Windows operating system and HyperTerminal installed.
(5) Cisco Routers (model 1600 series or 2500 series with IOS 12.0.9. or later)
(4) Ethernet hubs (10Base-T with 4 to 8 ports)
(1) Ethernet switch (Cisco Catalyst 1900 or comparable).
(5) serial console cables to connect workstation to router console port (with RJ45 to DB9
converters).
(4) Sets of V.35 WAN serial cables (DTE male/ DCE female) to connect from router to
router.
CAT5 Ethernet Cables wired straight through to connect routers and workstations to hubs
and switches.
AUI (DB15) to RJ45 Ethernet transceivers (Quantity depends on the number of routers
with AUI ports) to convert router AUI interfaces to 10Base-T RJ45
Web Resources:
Routing basics
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
Introduction to IGRP
IGRP Metrics
Step 1 - Connect router Lab-A to Lab-E.

Connect the DCE side of a V.35 WAN serial cable on port Serial 0 of Lab-E.
Connect the other end of the cable (the DTE end) to port Serial 1 of Lab-A.
Step 2 - Configure the serial port on Lab-E.
On Lab-E, enter the privileged EXEC mode by entering the command enable. If
prompted, enter the password class. Enter global configuration mode by entering
the command configure terminal (abbreviated config t). Enter the
interface configuration mode for port Serial 0 by entering the command
interface Serial 0 (abbreviated int s 0). Assign the IP address of
220.68.33.1 to the serial port by entering the command ip address
220.68.33.1 255.255.255.0. This WAN link will be a 56 Kbps circuit, so
enter the command bandwidth 56. Assign the clock rate of 56000 bits per
second by entering the command clock rate 56000. Bring the interface up by
entering the command no shutdown. Type the key sequence Control+Z to
return to the command line interface.
Step 3 - Configure the serial port on Lab-A.
On Lab-A, enter the privileged EXEC mode by entering the command enable. If
prompted, enter the password class. Enter global configuration mode by entering
the command configure terminal (abbreviated config t). Enter the
interface configuration mode for port Serial 1 by entering the command interface
Serial 1 (abbreviated int s 1). Assign the IP address of 220.68.33.2 to the serial
port by entering the command ip address 220.68.33.2 255.255.255.0.
This WAN link will be a 56 Kbps circuit, so enter the command bandwidth 56.
Bring the interface up by entering the command no shutdown. Type the key
sequence Control+Z to return to the command line interface.
Step 4 - Document the change to the network topology.
To successfully complete this lab, you will be referring to the topology diagram at
the start of this lab. Draw a WAN link (indicated by a lightening bolt-style line)
between Lab-A and Lab-E. Indicate the network number 220.68.33.0 above this
link. Indicate the point at which the line connects to Lab-E as S0 (DCE), with the
IP address of 220.68.33.1. Indicate the point at which the line connects to Lab-A
as S1 with an IP address of 220.68.33.2.
Step 5 - Configure IGRP routing on each router.
Each router in the lab needs to be configured with IGRP and the same
autonomous system number. For purposes of this lab, use the number 10. On
each router, enter privileged EXEC mode by entering the command enable. If
prompted, enter the password of class. Enter global configuration mode by
entering the command configure terminal (abbreviated config t). To ensure
that RIP routing is not in use on the lab routers, enter the command no router rip.
To start to configure IGRP enter the command router igrp 10 (where 10 is the
autonomous system number you are assigned).
1. What does the prompt change to? Router-name(config-router)#

IGRP requires the router administrator to enter the network number of all
networks that are physically connected to it. The command to do this is network
xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx (where xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx is the IP address of the network
connected to the interface, not the IP address of the interface itself). Refer to the
network topology diagram at the start of this lab for these numbers. Be sure to
include the IP address of the networks on the Ethernet ports as well as those on
the serial ports (see example below). Type the key sequence Control+Z to return
to the command line interface. Save the router configuration to NVRAM by
entering the command copy running-config startup-config
(abbreviated copy run start).
Example for Lab-A:
Lab-A(config)# router igrp 10
Lab-A(config-router)# network 205.7.5.0
Step 6 - Examine a routing table.
Log onto the Lab-C router and issue the command show ip route.
2. Record the results below:
You will note that a "C" in the first column indicates that the network is directly
connected to the router. An "I" in the first column indicates that the network was
learned via IGRP. The first number in the square brackets indicate the calculated
distance to the particular router. The second number indicates the calculated
metric to the particular router.
Step 7 - Examine the path that data travels.
From Lab-C, follow the path that data travels to reach interface S0 on Lab-E.
Issue the command traceroute 220.68.33.1 (abbreviated tr
220.68.33.1).
3. What path does the data travel?
Step 8 - Examine the path that data travels between two different routers.
Log onto Lab-E. Trace from Lab-E to the Ethernet 1 interface of the Lab-A router
by entering the command traceroute 192.5.5.1 (abbreviated tr
192.5.5.1).
4. What path did the traceroute command follow?
5. Why didn't the path travel from Lab-E to Lab-A ?
Step 9 -- Shutdown one of the fast links between routers.

Since the network of routers has more than one path to route data, you have
some redundancy in your system. If one of the links between routers goes down,
data will be able to be routed via the alternate path. This routing will occur once
the network has converged.
From Lab-E, issue the command show ip route.
6. Record the results below.
Disconnect the cable from Lab-E's Ethernet 0 interface. The output of the show ip
route command (above) indicated that all traffic from Lab-E was being routed
through the Ethernet 0 interface.
Entering the command traceroute 192.5.5.1 (abbreviated tr
192.5.5.1).
7. What path does the traceroute command now follow?
8. Record the results below.
Note that the IGRP metric (the second number in the square brackets) on each
route has increased significantly from the results you recorded in question 6. This
indicates that the 56Kbps WAN link, between Lab-E and Lab-A, is slower. Even
though it is slower, this is the only way to route traffic out of Lab-E.
Step 10 - Examine the routing of traffic from another router. Log onto Lab-C.
Note that it takes time for the network to converge between steps 9 and 10. Enter
the command clear ip route * to force the router to clear all routing table
information and obtain new information from the other routers, via a broadcast.
Issue the command show ip route, and compare the results to those you
recorded in question 2.
9. Have any of the routes changed?
10. What interface does this route now use?
Examine the path data now takes to go to interface Serial 0 on Lab-E. Enter the
command traceroute 220.68.33.1 (abbreviated tr 220.68.33.1).
11. What path does the traceroute command now follow?
Lab 5.4.6.3: Neotrace & traceroute - Overview

Objectives:
Use the shareware program NeoTrace to verify the network path from source router to
destination router with a graphical display.
Verify that the network-layer between source, destination and each router along the way
is working properly. Retrieve information to evaluate the end-to-end path reliability.
Determine delays at each point over the path and whether the host can be reached.
Background:
In this lab you will use the shareware utility NeoTrace to determine the path that
data travels through an Internetwork. In semester 2 you completed a lab using
the Cisco IOS traceroute command. NeoTrace uses graphics to depict the
results of the traceroute command. Additionally, NeoTrace displays the "Whois"
information for each router, by looking up the domain name owner and labeling
this information for each router on the data path.
The traceroute command uses ICMP packets and the error message generated
by routers when the packet exceeds its Time To Live (TTL). When you initiate
the traceroute command to a target host the router sends an ICMP echo-request
packet with the TTL set to one (1). The first router in the path to the target host
receives the ICMP echo-request packet and sets the TTL to zero (0). The first
router then sends an ICMP Time-exceeded message back to the source. The
source router then sends an ICMP echo-request packet with the TTL set to two
(2). The first router receives the ICMP echo-request and sets the TTL to one (1)
and sends it to the next router in the path to the target host. The second router
receives the ICMP echo-request and sets the TTL to zero (0) then sends an
ICMP Time-exceeded message back to the source. The source then sends an
ICMP echo-request with a TTL set to 3. This cycle continues until an ICMP echoreply is received from the target host or until a ICMP destination-unreachable
message is received. This allows you to determine the last router to be reached
in the path to the target host. This is a troubleshooting technique called fault
isolation.
Prior to starting the lab you will need a PC workstation with Internet access and
NeoTrace installed. You will be able to download an evaluation version of
NeoTrace. Please review the license provided with NeoTrace to ensure that you
are abiding by the rules of its shareware use. The location of the NeoTrace
program can be found below in Web Site Resources.
Resources Required:
PC with monitor, keyboard, mouse, and power cords etc.

PC with NeoTrace program installed and connected to the lab routers
PC with NeoTrace program installed and access to the Internet
Web Resources:
Routing basics
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
NeoTrace
Internet RFCs
Step 1 - Run the NeoTrace program.
Start the NeoTrace program by clicking on the Windows Start button, then
Programs. Click the NeoTrace program group and then click the NeoTrace icon.
If NeoTrace needs to be installed, download it from the web site listed above.
If this is the first time the program has been run, you will need to fill in the blanks
on the Home Location screen. This allows the program to look up the latitude and
longitude for your location. Click the "Try NeoTrace" button to continue.
Step 2 - Enter the address of an Internet resource to trace to.
In the address field, type www.cisco.com and press enter. This address of the
site you are tracing to could be any IP address or computer that is accessible
from your location, either on the Internet or on your private LAN/WAN.
You will notice that as the process of tracing takes place, a series of dots and line
segments are displayed. Once the traceroute command is completed, the display
shows a map with the approximate locations of the routers between your location
and Cisco's web site.
Place the mouse pointer near the green dot near San Jose, California. Clicking
the left mouse button will zoom in, and clicking the right mouse button will zoom
out. Zoom in until you see the green circular dot with only one line segment
connecting to it. Place the mouse pointer on this dot.
1. What information is displayed? (answers may vary)
Step 3 - Display information on the nodes.

Click on the Nodes tab on the left-hand side of the screen. A block diagram of
the path taken to reach Cisco's web site is displayed. You will note that
periodically the line segments between each node, or router, turn green.
NeoTrace is running the traceroute command again to check the path to your
destination, since this path may change. You will notice that the average time
(expressed in milliseconds) may change each time the traceroute command is
executed. The DNS name of each node is also displayed.
Step 4 - Display List information.

Click on the List tab on the left-hand side of the screen. NeoTrace displays the
results of the traceroute command in a manner very similar to that of the Cisco
IOS traceroute command. You will note that periodically an arrow shows up on
the far left hand side of the list. NeoTrace is running the traceroute command
again to check the path to your destination, since this path may change.
Step 5 - Display graph information.

Click on the Graph tab on the left-hand side of the screen. NeoTrace displays the
results of the traceroute command as a line graph. This graph shows the current
time as a gray line, and the average time as a blue line. The vertical access
represents each node or router in the path to your destination. Placing the mouse
pointer over any of these nodes displays the "Whois" information found for that
particular router. The horizontal access represents the time in milliseconds.
Lab 6.3.6 Standard ACLs - Overview

Objectives:
Review the characteristics and capabilities of standard IP Access Control

Lists (ACLs)
Construct a standard ACL to permit or deny specific traffic
Apply a standard IP ACL to a router interface
Test the ACL to determine if the desired results were achieved
Remove an ACL from a router interface
Delete an ACL from a router
Background:
In this lab you will work with Standard Access Control Lists (ACLs) to regulate
the traffic that is allowed to pass through a router based on the source, either a
specific host (typically a workstation or server) or an entire network (any host or
server on that network). A Standard ACL is a simple and effective tool to control
which packets should be allowed to pass through a router from one network to
another. Standard ACLs are a basic form of control with limited capabilities. They
can filter (permit or deny) packets coming into or going out of a router interface
based only on the IP address of the source network or host. As a result, they
should be applied near the destination address since you cannot specify the
destination address.
Other routed (or routable) protocols such as IPX or AppleTalk can also have
ACLs or filters but this lab will focus on IP ACLs. When a standard IP ACL is
applied, it will filter (permit or deny) the entire IP protocol suite (IP, TCP, SMTP,
HTTP, Telnet etc.). When creating Standard IP ACLs they are numbered from 1
to 99. In the next lab you will work with Extended IP ACLs which are numbered
from 100 to 199. Refer to the text or online lesson for IPX and AppleTalk ACL
numbering.
These are the steps necessary to use ACLs effectively:
Determine the ACL requirements (based on security needs etc.)

Construct the ACL
Verify the statements in the ACL
Apply the ACL to a router interface
Verify that the ACL is applied correctly to the intended interface
Verify that the ACL is functioning properly
router lab with all 5 routers set up. Work individually or in teams. Before
beginning this lab you should read the Networking Academy Second Year
Companion Guide, Chapter 6 - ACLs. You should also review semester 3 On-line
Chapter 6. The following is a list of equipment required.

Workstation connected to the router's console port with a rollover cable
Web Site Resources:

Terms and acronyms
Access Control Lists - Overview and Guidelines
Notes:
In this lab you will construct, apply and test a standard IP ACL. Exercise A
is required and B is optional but recommended. Exercise A is intended to
block packets from a specific host on one network from getting to any host
on another network. Exercise B will block traffic from all hosts on a specific
network from getting to any host on an entire network. Answers are
provided for both exercises. Refer to the standard lab diagram in the
overview section.
Exercise A (required).
ACL 1 prevents IP traffic from a specific host (workstation with 192.5.5.2 IP
address) attached to the Ethernet hub off Router LAB-A interface E0, from
reaching an entire network (210.93.105.0, the network between Routers LAB-D &
LAB-E)
Exercise B (optional)
ACL 2 prevents IP traffic from all hosts on a specific network 219.17.100.0 (an
Ethernet network off Router LAB-B) from reaching an entire network 223.8.151.0
(an Ethernet network off router LAB-C)
Step 1 - Determine the ACL requirements.

Which traffic (packets) from which hosts or networks will be blocked (denied) or
allowed (permitted)? Since you will use a standard IP ACL, you can only filter on
the source address. With exercise A, you wish to block traffic from host address
192.5.5.2 from an Ethernet on Router LAB-A. With exercise B, you wish to block
traffic from network address 219.17.100.0 on Router LAB-B.
Step 2 - Construct the ACL.
Define the ACL statements in Router(config)# mode. ACL statements are
additive. Each statement adds to the ACL. If there is more than one statement in
the ACL (typical) and you want to change a prior statement you must delete the
ACL and start again. In these examples you are blocking packets from only one
host IP address or one network. The format or syntax of the standard IP ACL
statement is shown below:
access-list list# {permit / deny} source IP address [wildcard mask] [log]
(NOTE: Any number between 1 and 99 can be used for a standard IP ACL. To
delete the ACL, repeat the access-list # portion of the command with the word
NO in front.)
Complete the ACL command with the correct source address and wildcard mask
that would accomplish the requirements for either exercise A or B (or both). The
first statement would be used for ACL 1. The second statement would be used
for ACL 2.
Exercise A. access-list 1 deny ______________
_______________
Exercise B. access-list 2 deny ______________
_______________
1. What is the purpose of a Zero (0) in a wildcard mask?
2. How many bits does each decimal zero in the wildcard mask above represent?
3. What is the purpose of a 255 in a wildcard mask ?
4. How many bits does the 255 represent?
5. Since ACLs always end with an implicit "deny any", using just one of the
statements above would cause this list to deny a single source address, but then
implicitly deny any other source address too. Our objective is to only deny access
from a single host, so you need to add a second statement to allow all other
traffic. Enter the second ACL statement that would allow all other traffic (the
same statement would be used for exercise A or B:
6. Why are both statements using the same ACL number (1) ?
7. What would be happen if the 1st statement was "Access-list 1" and the 2nd
"Access-list 2"?
Step 3 - Verify the statements in the ACL.

Use the following command to check your statements and verify that everything
was typed in correctly. If you want to correct a mistake or make a change to an
existing statement you must delete the ACL and start again. To delete the ACL,
repeat the access-list # portion of the command with the word NO in front.
Router#show access-list 1
1. How many statements are in your ACL?
Step 4 - Apply the ACL to a router interface.

Since standard ACLs can only specify or check source addresses, you must
apply the filter as close to the destination as possible. On which router and which
interface would you apply the ACL for each of the sample exercises A or B?
Refer to the standard lab diagram and fill in the following table with the IP
address(es) to be blocked, the network you wish to keep them out of, the router
where the ACL will be applied, the interface it will be applied to and whether it will
block INcoming or OUTgoing
Interface
IP host or network Network to
Router where where ACL
keep packets ACL will be will be
Exercise to be Denied
(blocked)
out of
applied
applied (S0,
S1, E0, etc)
A
(ACL 1)
B
(ACL 2)
Block
Incoming
or
Outgoing?
(IN or
OUT)
Note: Remember to put Standard ACLs close to the destination

Enter the following commands to apply ACL 1 to interface S1 to block incoming
packets on interface S1 for router LAB-D. The real router name (e.g. LAB-D),
would appear instead of "Router" in the prompt. For ACL 2, the ACL would be
applied to interface E0 on LAB-C for outgoing packets.
Router(config)#interface Serial 1
Router(config-if)#ip access-group 1 in
Step 5 - Verify the ACL is Applied Correctly to the Intended Interface.
Use the following command to check to see that the ACL is applied to the correct
interface on the correct router:
1. What results were displayed that proves that the ACL is applied correctly?
NOTE: To remove an ACL from an interface, first configure the interface as

with step 4 and then repeat the second command with the word NO in front
(no ip access-group 1).
Step 6. Verify that the ACL is functioning properly.

Test the ACL by trying to send packets from the source network that is to be
permitted or denied. Issue several ping commands to test these ACLs. Several
tests are given for each exercise.
Exercise Test# Ping from

A
Workstation
(192.5.5.2) off router
LAB-A
Workstation
(192.5.5.2) off router
LAB-A
Workstation
(219.17.100.X) off
Router LAB-B
Workstation
(219.17.100.X) off
Router LAB-B
Workstation
(219.17.100.X) off
Router LAB-B
To
Workstation
(210.93.105.2)
offrouter LAB-E
Router LAB-C
Interface S0
(204.204.7.1)
Router LAB-E
Interface E0
(210.93.105.2) or
workstation
(210.93.105.X)
Router LAB-C
Interface E0
(223.8.151.1)
Workstation
(223.8.151.2) off router
LAB-C
Should be
successful?
Was
it?
Lab 6.8.1.1 Extended ACLs - Overview

Objectives:
Review the characteristics and capabilities of extended IP Access

Control Lists (ACLs)
Construct an extended IP ACL to permit or deny specific traffic
Apply an extended IP ACL to a router interface
Test the ACL to determine if the desired results were achieved
Background:
Extended ACLs are a more advanced form of control with more flexibility in the
way packets are controlled. Extended ACLs can filter (permit or deny) packets
based on source or destination address and on the type of traffic (e.g. FTP,
Telnet, HTTP etc.). Since extended ACLs can block traffic based on destination
address, they can be placed near the source which helps to reduce network
traffic.
In this lab you will work with Extended ACLs to regulate the traffic that is allowed
to pass through the router based on the source and type of traffic. ACLs are an
important tool to control which packets and what type of packets should be
allowed to pass through a router from one network to another.
There are different types of ACLs for different routed protocols such as IP, Novell
IPX and AppleTalk. With this lab, you will work only with Extended IP ACLs which
are created with a number from 100 to 199.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Determine the ACL requirements (based on company security needs

etc.)
Construct the ACL.
Apply the ACL to a router interface.
Verify that the ACL is applied correctly to the intended interface.
router lab with all 5 routers set up. Work individually or in teams. Before
beginning this lab you should read the Networking Academy Second Year
Companion Guide, Chapter 6 - ACLs. You should also review semester 3 On-line
Chapter 6. The following is a list of equipment required.

Web Site Resources:

Terms and acronyms
Notes:
In this lab you will construct, apply and test an extended IP ACL using the
following standard lab setup. You may do either Exercise A or exercise B
outlined in Step 1 below.
Step 1 - Determine the ACL Requirements.
Which traffic (packets) will be blocked (denied) or allowed (permitted)? Since you
will use an extended IP ACL, you can control not only the source address but
also the destination address. You can also pick and choose the specific protocols
in the IP protocol suite that you want to allow or prevent from entering the
destination network (e.g. TCP. UDP, ICMP, HTTP, Telnet etc.).
Exercise A: Prevent Telnet traffic from a specific host 192.5.5.2 (a workstation
off router LAB-A) from reaching an entire network 210.93.105.0 (the network
between Routers LAB-D & LAB-E)
Exercise B: Prevent Telnet traffic from a specific host 210.93.105.2 (a
workstation off router LAB-E) from reaching an entire network 192.5.5.0 (off
Router LAB-A).
Step 2 - Construct the ACL.

Define the ACL statements in Router(config)# mode. ACL statements are
additive. Each statement adds to the ACL. If there is more than one statement in
the ACL (typical) and you want to change prior statement you must delete the
ACL and start again. In these examples you will be blocking packets from only
one host IP address or one network based on the destination network and higher
level IP protocol (e.g. telnet) being used. The format or syntax of the extended IP
ACL statements that you will be using shown below:
access-list list# {permit/deny} [protocol]
source IP wildcard mask [port] dest. IP
wildcard mask [port] [established] [log] [other
options]
(Note: Any number from 100 and 199 can be used for an extended IP ACL)
Complete the ACL command with the correct source and destination address
that would accomplish the requirements for either exercise A or B (or both). With
extended access-lists, you must also specify the protocol (IP, TCP, UDP, ICMP).
Since you are filtering telnet, which uses TCP, remember to include TCP in the
command.
Exercise A (ACL 101)
access-list 101 deny ____ _________ __________ __________ ________
__________
Exercise B (ACL 102)
access-list 102 deny ____ _________ __________ __________ ________
__________
1. Why is the source wildcard mask given as 0.0.0.0?
2. Why is the destination wildcard mask given as 0.0.0.255?
3. What are you checking with the "eq telnet"?
4. What would it mean if you left off the eq telnet?
5. Since ACLs always end with an implicit "deny any", using just one of the
statements above would cause this list to deny a single source address, but then
implicitly deny any other source address too. Our objective is to only deny access
to a single host, so you need to add a second statement to allow all other traffic.
Enter the second ACL statement that would allow all other traffic (the same
statement would be used for exercise A or B):
Step 3 - Verify the Statements in the ACL.

Use the following command to check your statements and verify that everything
was typed in correctly. If you want to correct a mistake or make a change to an
existing statement you must delete the ACL and start again. To delete the ACL,
repeat the access-list # portion of the command with the word NO in front.
1. How many statements are in your ACL?
Step 4 - Apply the ACL to a Router Interface.

Because you are now using extended ACLs and can filter on both the source and
destination address, you can apply the filter as close to the source as possible,
saving on bandwidth. Also remember you can decide to apply the ACL to
incoming packets or outgoing packets. Unless IN is specified the ACL will be
applied to OUT packets only (IN and OUT are always viewed from outside the
router). Which router and which interface would you apply the ACL for each of
the sample exercises A or B? Refer to the extended lab diagram and answer the
following questions.
Exercise A.
1. On which router, LAB-B or LAB-D, would you apply the filter that would
prevent router LAB-A's telnet packets from being transmitted to the D/E LAN
(network 210.93.105.0)?
2. On which interface would this list be applied?
3. Complete the commands that would apply this list to that interface:
Router(config)# ___________________________
Router(config-if)# __________________________
Exercise B.
1. On which router, lab-b or lab-d, would you apply the filter that would prevent
router LAB-E's packets from being transmitted to the A LAN (network
201.100.11.0)?
2. On which interface would this list be applied?
3. Complete the commands that would apply this list to that interface:
Router(config)#____________________________
Router(config-if)#__________________________
Step 5 - Verify the ACL is Applied to the Correct Interface:
Use the following command to check to see that the ACL is applied to the correct
interface on the correct router:
1. What results were displayed that proves that the ACL is applied correctly?
NOTE: To remove an ACL from an interface, first configure the interface as with
step 4 and then repeat the second command with the word NO in front (no ip
access-group 101 in).
Step 6. Verify that the ACL is functioning properly:

Test the ACL by trying to send packets from the source network that is to be
permitted or denied. Issue several ping commands to test these ACLs. Several
tests are given for each exercise.
Exercise
Test
Telnet from
#
2
Exercise
B
To
Should be Was
successful? it?
Workstation
Workstation(192.5.5.2) off
(210.93.105.2)
router Lab-A
offrouter Lan-E
Workstation
Workstation(192.5.5.2) off
(223.8.151.2)
router Lab-A
offrouter Lab-C
Test
Should be
Was
Telnet from
To
#
successful? it?
Workstation(210.93.105.2) Workstation(192.5.5.
1
offrouter Lab-E
2) off router Lab-A
Workstation
Workstation(210.93.105.2)
2
(219.17.100.2)
off router Lab-E
offrouter Lab-B
Use the following command with one of the routers where the ACL was applied
to verify that packets are being blocked:
1. What was the result of the command? How could you tell the ACL was
working?
Lab 6.8.1.2 Extended ACLs internet - Overview

Objectives:
Design and ACL plan based on specific security requirements

Work with the more advanced capabilities of extended IP Access Control
Lists (ACLs)
Construct an extended ACL with multiple statements
Construct an extended ACL to control Internet traffic using one or more
routers
Construct an extended ACL to permit or deny other specific IP protocol
traffic
Background:
This lab is a practice exercise which simulates a real-world example. You will
work with multiple Extended Access Control Lists (ACLs) to simulate regulating
the traffic that is allowed to pass through multiple routers to various servers and
the Internet. This is primarily a paper-based exercise to practice the analysis of
security requirements and design an ACL plan. You can configure the most of
the ACLs on the routers indicated in the answer section but you may not be able
actually test some of the ACLs filtering capabilities in some cases
Extended ACLs provide a more advanced form of filtering with more flexibility in
the way packets are controlled. Extended ACLs can filter (permit or deny)
packets based on source or destination address and on the type of traffic (e.g.
FTP, Telnet, HTTP etc.). Since extended ACLs can block based on destination
address, they can be placed near the source which helps to reduce network
traffic.
In this lab you will work with multiple Extended Access Control Lists (ACLs) to
regulate the traffic that is allowed to pass through multiple routers based on the
source, destination and type of traffic.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
Determine the ACL requirements (based on company security needs

etc.)
Construct the ACL.
Apply the ACL to a router interface.
Verify that the ACL is applied correctly to the intended interface.
This is primarily a paper-based practice exercise but access to the 5 router labs
is desirable. A white board should be available to brainstorm the different ways to
provide the required security. Work in teams of 2 or 3. Before beginning this lab
you should read the Networking Academy Second Year Companion Guide,
Chapter 6 - ACLs. You should also review semester 3 On-line Chapter 6. The
following is a list of equipment required.

Web Site Resources:

Terms and acronyms
Notes:
In this lab you will design a security plan using multiple extended ACLs
and determine where they should be applied based on the following
standard router lab setup below. There is more than one correct answer.
Start with the standard lab setup shown in the overview and then draw a detailed
diagram of all routers, servers and networks to help work out the requirements.
Use the space provided on the next page to diagram the requirements listed
below and help determine what ACLs are needed and where they should go.
Step 1 - Define the ACL Requirements:
The requirements and some assumptions for this lab are given below. In general
it is best to try to use the fewest access-lists possible while minimizing network
traffic and allowing for potential network growth. You will use extended ACLs for
this exercise.
Assume your enterprise servers are located on network 219.17.100.0 (off

LAB-B).
1.
2.
3.
4.
Allow everyone Web access (http protocol) to your web server

219.17.100.80
Allow everyone DNS access to your DNS server 219.17.100.53
Allow faculty from network 223.8.151.0 full access to any of these
servers.
Allow no other access to any server on the 219.17.100.0 network
Assume students are all on network 210.93.105.0, and control access to or

from their network.
Assume router Lab-A belongs to your ISP and you do not have control over
it.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Do NOT allow students to use FTP to the Internet (virus alert!)

Allow students all other access to the Internet
Permit student access to the faculty network 223.8.151.0 for email
(SMTP)
Deny all other student access to the faculty network 223.8.151.0
Step 2 - Construct one or more ACLs.

Group the statement above based on common characteristics and where you
think the ACL should be applied. Try to create the fewest ACLs possible and still
be flexible. The format or syntax of the extended IP ACL statements that you will
be using is shown below:
access-list list# {permit/deny} [protocol]
source IP wildcard mask [port] dest. IP
wildcard mask [port] [established] [log] [other
options]
(Note: Any number from 100 and 199 can be used for an extended IP ACL)
Step 3 - Apply and Check the ACLs with lab routers (if available).
If you have access to the routers in the lab you can apply and check the ACLs
you have created. You may not be able to test all of the ACL filtering capabilities
since you will not have an HTTP or DNS server or access to the Internet but you
can test most of the filtering. Remember that only one ACL can be applied per
protocol (such as IP) per direction (IN or OUT).
Diagram the routers and servers and show the location of ACLs (router and
interface, in or out) based on the security requirement.
Lab 7.4.3 IPX routing - Overview

Objectives:
To become familiar with Novell NetWare IPX protocol and its use in
Internetworks
To configure the lab routers to route the Novell IPX protocol as well as
IP
To provide support for NetWare clients and servers which are running
IPX
Background:
In previous labs you have been working with the TCP/IP routed protocol or the
Internet Protocol (IP). In this lab you will work with Novells Internetwork Packet
Exchange (IPX) routed protocol. OSI layer 3 protocols such as IP and IPX
contain information in their packets to indicate what network the packet came
from and what network it is going to. Routable protocols (such as IP and IPX)
are those protocols that are capable of allowing packets to be routed between
networks and enable them to get from one location to another. Routers can run
multiple routing (e.g. RIP or IGRP) and routed (IP and IPX) protocols. In order to
be able to route both IP and IPX the router must maintain multiple routing tables,
one for each type of routed protocol being supported.
Novell's IPX/SPX Implementation
IPX is a proprietary routed protocol developed by Novell Inc. for use with its
NetWare Network Operating System. It is very widely used with private Local and
Wide Area Networks having Novell NetWare servers. Earlier versions of NetWare
(3.x and most 4.x versions) used IPX as their primary protocol. In order to
support these servers it is necessary to run the IPX protocol on routers, servers
and workstations. Newer versions such as NetWare 5.0 can use IP natively. It is
possible to have a multi-router Novell network using only the IPX protocol but IP
is still required to access the Internet. IPX does not support subnets and cannot
be routed over the Internet
The Novell network operating system uses 2 main protocols, IPX and SPX, to
help ensure delivery of packets. IPX is responsible for layer 3 routing to get
packets from one network to another. Sequential Packet Exchange or SPX is a
connection oriented packet delivery protocol similar to TCP. There are 2 parts to
an IPX address; a network portion and a host portion. The network portion of the
IPX address is a 32 bit hexadecimal number and the host portion is the 48-bit
MAC address of the NIC (for the server, workstation etc). Since the host or node
address is its MAC address, it is not necessary to assign a host address as with
IP. ARP is not required since the MAC address is known
router lab with all 5 routers set up. Before beginning this lab you should read the
Networking Academy Second Year Companion Guide, Chapter 7 - Novell IPX.
You should also review semester 3 On-line Chapter 7. The following is a list of
equipment required:

Workstation connected to the router's console port
Web Site Resources:

Routing basics
2500 series routers
1600 series routers
Terms and acronyms
Routing Novell IPX
Troubleshooting Novell IPX
Novell IPX Commands
The following IOS IPX-related commands will help with IPX connectivity
information and troubleshooting:
IPX Connectivity / Troubleshooting Commands
Show ipx interface

Show ipx route
Show ipx servers
Show ipx traffic
Debug ipx routing activity
Debug ipx sap

Ping
Shows the status of IPX interfaces and IPX

configured parameters (frame type) on
each interface
Displays the contents of the IPX routing
table with known IPX networks
Lists the Novell servers running IPX which
are discovered through SAP
advertisements
Shows IPX traffic information including the
number and type of IPX packets
transmitted and received by the router
Displays dynamic information about IPX
routing update packets that are transmitted
and received (every 60 sec.)
Displays dynamic about IPX Service
Advertising Protocol (SAP) packets that are
transmitted or received
Use extended version (ping then press
enter) to specify an IPX node address.
Step 1 - Determine the Number of Networks Needed.

How many IPX networks will you need (LAN and WAN networks) for our 5-router
lab?
(Refer to the standard 5-router diagram. How many IP networks are there?)
Step 2 - Review Proper IPX Addressing.
Review the structure of the IPX addressing scheme and answer the following
questions:
1) Would 6F be a valid IPX network number?
Why or why not?
(hint: are IPX network numbers represented in decimal or in Hex?)

2) Would 1a2b3c4d5e be a valid IPX network number?
Why or why not ?
(hint: how long are IPX network numbers? How many bits? How many hex digits
is that?)
Step 3 - Enable IPX Routing.
Use the following command to enable IPX routing for each router. This enables
IPX RIP and SAP. After enabling IPX on the router and while still in IPX
configuration mode, go to step 4 and select the interfaces that will route IPX and
assign them network numbers.
Router(config)# ipx routing
Step 4 - Create IPX Network Numbers:

Use the standard 5-router diagram as a guide for creating unique network
numbers for each "wire" or network. Fill in the table below with the model number
of each router and the IPX network addresses you will use. Not all routers will
have or use all of the interfaces shown. Remember that serial interfaces between
two routers will share the same network number. Hexadecimal IPX network
numbers can contain numbers 0 thru 9 and letters A thru F and can range from 1
to FFFFFFFF.
Router
Name
Lab-A
Lab-B
Lab-C
Lab-D
Lab-E
Model Number
Ethernet 0
IPX Network
Ethernet 1
IPX Network
Serial 0
IPX Address
Step 5 - Assign IPX Network Numbers to Interfaces.

On each interface on each router, configure the IPX network number from the
table above:
Router(config)# interface E0
(Selects the
Ethernet interface E0)
Router(config-if)# ipx network A2C (A2C = unique
IPX network number)
Step 6 - Check for redundant paths.
1) Are there any redundant paths in our lab? That is, are there two or more ways
for packets to get from one place to another?
2) If there are redundant paths (2), and you want IPX traffic load sharing over
those 2 possible paths, you need to tell the router to accept multiple paths.
Complete the command you would use:
Router(config)# ipx
Step 7 - Check Routing Tables.

Since IPX RIP is automatically enabled when you enable IPX routing, you can
now check each router's routing table to verify that all routers have learned all of
the IPX networks:
Router# show ipx route
Serial 1
IPX Address
Step 8 - Telnet to a Neighboring router.

Telnet to another router and issue a show running-config command to see which
interfaces are in use. Use the following command to find the IPX address of one
of the Ethernet interfaces.
Router# show ipx interface e0
1) What was the IPX address of the interface?
2) What portion is the network address?
3) What portion is the interface MAC address?
Step 9 - Ping the Neighboring Router Interface.

Return to the router you were on and issue the ping command, remembering to
use a dot between the network number and the MAC address, and after every 4
digits of the MAC address. Enter a sample IPX ping command here.
Router# ping ipx
Step 10 - Reflection:
In your journal write about the differences between IPX and IP routing tables.

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What are the steps to configure IPX routing on the routers?

Lab 1.1.

2 OSI Model review Overview

Router Lab Topology

Router Name - Lab_A

Router Name - Lab_C

Router Name - Lab_B

Router Name - Lab_D

Router Name - Lab_E

Estimated time: 20 min.

PC workstation with Windows installed

TCP/ IP TCP/IP Layer Protocols,

Lab 1.5.13.1 Router lab setup review- Overview

Router Lab Topology

Router Name - Lab_A

Router Name - Lab_C

Router Name - Lab_B

Router Name - Lab_D

Router Name - Lab_E

Estimated Time: 30 min.

Setup the Cisco lab equipment according to the semester 2 topology

Document the cabling and connections between devices

Draw a diagram of your lab equipment setup

5 PC workstations (min.) with Windows operating system and

4 Ethernet hubs (10Base-T with 4 to 8 ports)

One Ethernet switch (Cisco Catalyst 1900 or comparable).

5 serial console cables to connect workstation to router console port

CAT5 Ethernet Cables wired straight through to connect routers and

AUI (DB15) to RJ45 Ethernet transceivers (Quantity depends on the

Web Site Resources:

IP routing protocol IOS command summary

Step 1 Router Lab LAN/WAN Preliminary Planning.

Where should the PC's be placed?

Where should the routers be placed?

Where should the switch and hubs be placed?

How should the Ethernet, serial and power cables be run?

How many outlets and power strips will be needed?

Which PC connects to which router?

Which PC connects to which hub or switch?

Which Router connects to which hub or switch?

How should devices and cabling be labeled?

Step 2 - Arrange Lab Equipment.

Step 4 - Connect the Router Ethernet Cabling.

To which Ethernet Device

To which Ethernet Device

What type of cable is the console cable?

Step 7 - Connect Power Cords to All Devices.

Are the OK lights on the back of the routers on?

Step 8 Draw your lab diagram using ConfigMaker.

Lab 1.5.13.2 Router subnets review- Overview

Router Lab Topology

Router Name - Lab_A

Router Name - Lab_C

Router Name - Lab_B

Router Name - Lab_D