Competency Based Learning

Materials

Sector : ELECTRONICS

Qualification Title: COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING NC II

Unit of Competency: SET-UP COMPUTER NETWORKS

Module Title: SETTING-UP COMPUTER NETWORKS

College for Research and Technology

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How to use this CBLM

Welcome to the Module “Setting – up computer networks”. This module

contains training materials and activities for you to complete.
The unit of competency “Set-up Computer Networks” contains the
knowledge, skills and attitudes required for Computer Systems Servicing
course required to obtain the National Certificate (NC) level II.
You are required to go through a series of learning activities in order to
complete each of the learning outcomes of the module. In each learning
outcome there are Information Sheets, Job Sheets, Operation Sheets, and
Activity Sheets. Follow these activities on your own and answer the Self
Check at the end of each learning activity.
If you have questions, do not hesitate to ask your teacher for
assistance. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
You have already some basic knowledge and skills covered in this
module. If you can demonstrate competence to your teacher in a particular
skill, talk to him/her so you did not have to undergo the same training again.
If you have a qualification or Certificate of Competency from previous
trainings show it to him/her. If the skills you required are consistent with
and relevant to this module, they become part of the evidence. You can
present these RPL. If you are not sure about your competence skills, discuss
this with your teacher.
After completing this module, ask your teacher to assess your
competence. Result of your assessment will be recorded in your competency
profile. All the learning activities are designed for you to complete at your
own pace.
In this module, you will find the activities for you to accomplish and
relevant information sheets for each learning outcome. Each learning
outcome may have more than one learning activity.
This module is prepared to help you achieve the required competency
in receiving and relaying information. This will be the source of information
that will enable you to acquire the knowledge and skills in Computer
Systems Servicing NC II independently at your own pace with minimum
supervision from your trainer.
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COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING NCII
COMPETENCY-BASED LEARNING
MATERIALS

List of Competencies
No. Unit of Competency Module Title Code

1 Install and Installing and ELC724331

configure configuring
computer systems computer systems

2 Set-up Setting-up ELC724332

Computer Computer Networks
Networks

3 Set-up Computer Setting-up ELC724333

Servers Computer Servers

4 Maintain and Maintaining and ELC724334

Repair Computer Repair Computer
Systems and Systems and
Networks Networks

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UNIT OF COMPETENCY : SET-UP COMPUTER NETWORKS MODULE

TITLE : SETTING-UP COMPUTER NETWORKS

MODULE DESCRIPTOR : This module covers the outcomes required

in setting-up computers
networks for LANs and SOHO systems. It
consists of competencies to install
network cables, set network
configuration, set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless
access point/repeater configuration as
well as to inspect and test the configured
 computer networks.

NOMINAL DURATION : 40 hours

LEARNING OUTCOMES :

Upon completion of this module, the trainee/student must be able

to:
LO1. Install network cables

LO2. Set network configuration

LO3. Set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration

LO4. Inspect and test the configured computer networks

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INFORMATION SHEET 2.1-1

What is a Computer Network?

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to be familiar
with Computer Network.

A computer network is an interconnected group of computers.

Computer Network
 In general, the term network can refer to any interconnected group
or system. More specifically, a network is any method of sharing
information between two systems (human or mechanical).

BENEFITS OF SHARING INFORMATION VIA NETWORK

In addition to reducing hardware costs by sharing expensive printers

and other peripherals among multiple users, networks provide additional
benefits to the users.

⚫ Software and data files can be shared for access by multiple users ⚫
Electronic mail (email) can be sent and received
⚫ Collaboration features allow contributions by multiple users to a single
document
⚫ Remote-control programs can be used to troubleshoot problems or show
new users how to perform a task
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SHARED HARDWARE COMPONENTS

Virtually any storage or output device can be shared over a

network, but the most common devices to be used over a network
include:

⚫ Printers
⚫ Disk drives
⚫ CD-ROM and optical drives
⚫ Modems
⚫ Fax
⚫ Tape backup units

• Local Area Network (LAN)

A network covering a small geographic area, like a home, office, or
building. Current LANs are most likely to be based on Ethernet technology.
For example, a library will have a wired or wireless LAN for users to
interconnect local devices (e.g., printers and servers) and to connect to
the internet. All of the PCs in the library are connected by category 5
(Cat5) cable, running the IEEE 802.3 protocol through a system of
interconnection devices and eventually connect to the internet. The cables
to the servers are on Cat 5e enhanced cable, which will support IEEE
802.3 at 1 GB/s.
 The staff computers (bright green) can get to the color printer,
checkout records, and the academic network and the Internet. All user
computers can get to the Internet and the card catalog. Each workgroup
can get to its local printer. Note that the printers are not accessible from
outside their workgroup.

Workgroup of
Computers
Hub

Server
Local Area Network
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Client/Server Vs Peer-to-Peer Networks

Although every computer on a LAN is connected to every other, they

do not necessarily mean all communicate with each other. There are two
basic types of LAN, based on communication patterns between the
machines, called client/server networks and peer-to-peer networks.

Client/Server Networks

Every computer has a distinct role, that of either a client or a server.

A server is designed to share its resources among client computers on the
network. The Client/Server is composed of:

Servers

− These are located in secured areas, such as locked closets and data
centers, because they hold the organization's most valuable data and
do not have the accessed by operators on a continuous basis. − The
 server runs a special network operating system such as: Windows NT
Server, Windows 2000 or Novell Netware.

Clients

- The rest of the computers on the network function as client. A

client standard PC that is running an operating system such as DOS or
Windows.

Hub Client

Example of Client/Server
Peer-to-Peer Network
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In a peer-to-peer network, every computer is equal and can

communicate with other computer on a network to which it has been
granted access rights. Essentially, every computer in this network
functions as both server and client. Peer-to-peer network can be as small
as two computers as many as hundreds of units.

There is no theoretical limit to the size of a peer-to-peer network,

performance drops significantly and security becomes a major headache
on peer -based network with more than 10 computers. Also, Microsoft
imposes a 10-station limit on computers running Windows 2000
Professional who are sharing resources with other system. For this
reason, it is better you switch to a client/server network when your
network climbs to 10 stations.

Internetwork
 Two or more networks or network segments connected using devices
that operate at layer 3 (the 'network' layer) of the OSI Basic Reference
Model, such as a router. Any interconnection among or between public,
private, commercial, industrial, or governmental networks may also be
defined as an internetwork.

In modern practice, the interconnected networks use the Internet

Protocol. There are at least three variants of internetwork, depending on
who administers and who participates in them:

• Intranet
• Extranet
• Internet

Intranets and extranets may or may not have connections to the

Internet. If connected to the Internet, the intranet or extranet is normally
protected from being accessed from the Internet without proper
authorization. The Internet is not
considered to be a part of the
intranet or extranet, although it may
serve as a portal for access to
portions of an extranet.

Intranet

An intranet is a set of interconnected networks, using the Internet

Protocol and uses IP-based tools such as web browsers and ftp tools, that
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is under the control of a single administrative entity. That administrative

entity closes the intranet to the rest of the world, and allows only specific
users. Most commonly, an intranet is the internal network of a company or
other enterprise.

Extranet
An extranet is a network or internetwork that is limited in scope to
a single organization or entity
but which
also has limited connections to
the networks
of one or more other usually, but
not
necessarily, trusted organizations or entities
(e.g. a company's customers may be given
access to some part of its intranet creating
in this way an extranet, while at the same
time the customers may not be considered
'trusted' from a security standpoint).
Technically, an extranet may also be
categorized as a CAN, MAN, WAN, or other
type of network, although, by definition, an
extranet cannot consist of a single LAN; it must have at least one
connection with an external network.

Internet
A specific internetwork, consisting of a worldwide
interconnection of governmental, academic, public, and
private networks based upon the Advanced Research Projects
Agency Network (ARPANET) developed by ARPA of the U.S.
Department of Defense – also home to the World Wide Web
(WWW) and referred to as the 'Internet' with a capital 'I' to
distinguish it from other generic internetworks.
Topology Ring Topology Bus Topology

Network Star Topology GAN

LAN Extranet MAN

WAN Internet Intranet

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SELF-CHECK 2.1-1

I. Identify the following. Choose your answer from the grid below. Use a
separate sheet of paper in answering.

______________ 1. The World Wide Web.

______________ 2. The internal network of a company or other
enterprise.
______________ 3. A model for supporting mobile communications across
an arbitrary number of
wireless LANs.
______________ 4. A data communications network that covers a
relatively broad geographic
area.
______________ 5. A network that connects two or more Local Area
Networks or Campus Area Networks
together.
______________ 6. It signifies the way in which intelligent devices in the
network see their logical
relations to one another
______________ 7. It is the interconnected group of computers.
______________ 8. A network covering a small geographic area, like a
home.
______________ 9. All the cables run from the computers to the central
location where they are all
connected by hub.
______________10. Each computer is connected to the next computer
with the last one connected to the
first.
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ANSWER KEY 2.1-1

1. Internet
2. Intranet
3. GAN
4. WAN
5. MAN
6. Topology
7. Network
8. LAN
9. Star topology
 10. Ring topology
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INFORMATION SHEET 2.1-2

Appropriate Materials, Tools and Testing Devices used in Configuration

Task

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to identify and
use appropriate materials, tools and testing devices used in configuration
task.

These are the following materials needed in the Configuration task:

1. Connectors
- It is used to connect external devices to the computer system.

2. Adapter
- A piece of hardware that plugs into an expansion slot in your
computer.

3. Wires and Cables

- It is used to connect computers for network.
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4. Appropriate software
- This software packages are used to install new drivers needed in
setting up your computer.

5. Computer storage media

- These help you in saving data and providing backup for your files
such as diskette, compact disc, flash drives and memory cards.

6. Reference book
- These are books that will provide you topics about networking or
related books on computer.
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7. Manuals
- These provide you instructions for certain operation or task.

8. Cable tie
- It is used to organized wires and cables used in connecting
computers to avoid tangling.

These are the following tools/ testing devices needed in the configuration
task:

1. Screw drivers
− Flat screw driver is use to fasten negative slotted
screws.
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− Philips Screw driver is used to fasten positive slotted screws.

2. Pliers
− Side Cutter pliers is used for cutting and
trimming
of connecting wires or terminal leads in
the circuit
board.
− Long nose pliers is used for holding, bending and
stretching the lead of electronics component and connecting wire.

3. Soldering iron/gun
− It
is used to join two or more metal conductors with the support
of soldering lead melted

around it. 4. Multi-tester

− It is used by technician for measuring current, voltage and

resistance.
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5. Magnifying glass
− It
is a device made in glass with handle, to
exaggerate or to increase the apparent size of an
object.

6. Safety apparel suit (coverall)

- It is used by the person for protect to his body.

7. Anti-static wrist strap

- It absorbs the static electricity of the material when being hold by
the hands. 8. Tweezers

- It is used to hold the small sensitive part of the computer.

9. Mini-vacuum cleaner
- It is used for cleaning sensitive parts of the computer.
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Note: Apply safety precautions when handling the materials,

tools and testing devices for safe keeping purposes and long
lasting use.

SELF-CHECK 2.1-2

I. Identify the following. Use a separate sheet of paper in answering.

______________ 1. It is a tool used to hold the small sensitive parts of

computer.

______________ 2. A device made in glass with handle, to exaggerate or

to increase the apparent size of an object.

______________ 3. It is an instrument used by technician for measuring

current, voltage and resistance.

______________ 4. It is a tool used for cutting and trimming of

connecting wires or terminal leads in the circuit
board.

______________ 5. It is a tool used to join two or more metal conductors

with the support of soldering lead melted around it.
______________ 6. It is a material used to organize wires and cables
used in connecting computers to avoid tangling.
______________ 7. These are the materials that are used in saving data
and providing backup for your files such as diskette,
compact disc, flash drives and memory cards.
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______________ 8. It is a piece of hardware that plugs into an expansion

slot in your computer.

______________ 9. It is a reference material that provides you

instructions for certain operation or task.

______________ 10. It is a tool used for holding, bending and stretching

the lead of electronics component and connecting wire.

Answer Key 2.1-2

• Tweezers
• Magnifying glass
• Multi-tester
• Side-cutter pliers
• Soldering iron
• Cable tie
• Computer storage device
• Adapter
• Manuals
• Long nose pliers
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INFORMATION SHEET 2.2-1

Configuring the Computer Systems and Network

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to Configuring
the Computer Systems and Network

How to Set Up a Computer from Scratch

Setting up a computer may seem like a daunting task, but it is really very
simple. The brand of computer doesn't matter, as almost all computers are
set up the same way. If you are setting up a new computer, odds are there
is a quick start guide in the box that will have pictures and step by step
details.

Instructions

1. Unpack the monitor and tower and situate the monitor where you will
be most comfortable when working or surfing the Internet. Plug the
monitor into the back of the tower. Unpack and connect the keyboard
and mouse. Next, plug in the speakers.
2. Plug the monitor, tower and speaker electrical plugs into the surge
protector strip. Next, power on the monitor, the tower and then
speakers, making sure the volume is turned rather low. Once the
system is powered up, you will begin customizing windows.
3. Customizing windows is very simple and each step is self-explanatory.
You will be setting up the region and language settings, personalizing
the software, entering your product key, naming the computer and
assigning an administrator password and setting the date and time.
4. The network settings will depend on whether you have a network of
other computers you will need to connect to or not. If you are
connecting to a network, use the typical settings if you are a beginner.
Select custom settings if you are an advanced user and know how to
manually configure the components needed for your network.
5. If you are connecting to a network you will need to enter the name of
the network domain. All computers on a network need to have the
same domain name to communicate. If you are not connecting to a
network, accept the default and click "Next."
6. Windows will complete installation and then ask you about protection
and whether or not you would like to turn on automatic updates.
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Windows will then ask how you choose to connect to the Internet so
that it can activate windows and register your copy.
7. Once Windows is up and running you should connect your printer and
other peripherals. Printers do not all install the same way, so you will
need to review your printer instructions before attempting setup. After
you have completed installation and setup of your printer, install any
other devices such as a scanner

Customize a Computer Desktop

A computer desktop can be customized to an individual’s specific needs.
While one person may want quick access to certain files or applications,
someone else is sure to have different needs. Everyone has their own
tastes in images, the number of files accessible from the desktop and
practically any detail can be customized.

Instructions
Things You'll Need:
• Computer
How to Customize a Computer Desktop
1. Select your background. From the start menu, go to Control Panel and
then click “Appearance and Themes.”
2. Click “Change the Desktop Background.”
3. Choose a standard background by scrolling through the list of available
backgrounds. As you click each one, you can view how it will look on
your desktop. If you’d like to use an image from your pictures file
rather than a standard background, click “Browse” which will take you
to your pictures folder.
Choose Folders to Display on Desktop
4. Click "Customize Desktop" from the “Change Desktop Background”
popup.
5. Choose which folders or applications you'd like to have shown on your
desktop. You can also restore the original settings and set up automatic
desktop cleanup.
6. Click on the Web tab to select any web pages you’d like to access from
your desktop.
7. Move any additional folders from the My Documents folder to the
 Desktop folder if you’d like to have access to them from your desktop.

Change Display Settings in Windows XP

The display settings for Windows XP determine the screen resolution and
color quality that is displayed on your monitors. The "Display Properties"
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dialog box is used to adjust these two components so you can get the look
you want for Windows XP.
Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Windows 10 Operating System

1. Click the "Start" button on the bottom left of your computer to display
the Start menu. Choose the "Control Panel" option from the right side
of the Start menu. The "Control Panel" window will open onto your
desktop.
2. Double-click the "Display" icon from the Control Panel to open the
"Display Properties" dialog box. You can then select the "Settings" tab
from the top of the dialog box.
3. Slide the bar under the "Screen resolution" setting of the "Display
Properties" dialog box to decrease or increase the screen resolution.
The chosen resolution will be displayed under the sliding bar.
4. Use the "Color quality" drop-down list to choose the type of quality you
want your computer to use. You can choose to have the color quality be
"Medium," "High" or "Highest."
5. Click the "Apply" button at the bottom of the "Display Properties" dialog
box to apply the settings. If you are not happy with the settings you
can change them as instructed in the steps above.
6. Choose the "OK" button when you are happy with your display setting
changes. The "Display Properties" dialog box will close and the settings
will be saved

Configure a Computer's Memory Settings

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The memory that is installed on a computer helps determine its

performance (how fast or slow its processing speed is). Your computer's
memory settings oftentimes can affect how your computer runs, so if
you're experience sluggish performance, perhaps you should adjust your
memory settings. Therefore, making sure your computer is equipped for
maximum performance is essential for a fast-operating computer that
executes tasks quickly. Sometimes, if multiple tasks are running and
consuming a lot of your computer's memory, your manufacturer
pre-settings might not be very satisfactory. Not to worry, however,
because you can configure a computer's memory settings to the most
optimum level for your computing needs.

Instructions

1. Click the "My Computer" icon located on your desktop, and then select
"Properties" from the drop-down menu that appears.
2. Click the "Advanced" tab, which is located inside the "System
Properties" window that appears upon clicking "Properties."
3. Click "Settings," which is located in the "Performance" section of the
"Advanced" tab.
4. Click "Advanced" within the "Performance Options" window that appears
upon clicking "Settings."
5. Click "Change," which is located within the "Virtual Memory" section of
the "Advanced" tab located in the "Performance Options" window. 6. Click
on "System Managed Size" to set the memory settings recommended for
your computer by your manufacturer, or configure your own memory
settings by clicking on "Custom."
SETTING UP THE WINDOWS SERVER 2012
R2
1. After you perform the format and installation of Windows Server 2012 R2, you
must enter your password. You can use the password: 123.css
Then you wait to finish the setup.
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2. You will be directed in the desktop of the Window Server 2012 R2 you will wait for
the server manager to open.

COC 2 - Set-up Computer Networks

1. First you must reset your router, press the reset button for ten (10) seconds then
release it. Then you will wait for it to boot.
 2. Once it is reset you will press the start button or the window button on your
keyboard then type cmd to call out the Command Prompt then click it to open.
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3. Then on the command prompt you will type ipconfig for you able to know it IP
Address configuration.

4. Once you have known its default gateway you must first install the Google
Chrome internet browser in order to access properly the user interface of the
router. Wait for it to install
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5.
Once it was successfully installed it will automatically open, then you will type on
its address bar the IP Address or the Default Gateway of the router then press
enter. In this example it is 192.168.0.1

6. Then you will enter the router credentials which in this router it username and
password is admin.
7. Once you have entered in the router interface you will click or look for the
wireless panel. Where you can update the SSID of the router and it security
password.
8. Type your desired SSID of the router then click save. Then click the wireless
security then type your desired WiFi password.
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9. Then you will click or look for the LAN panel where you will setup your
router default gateway. Your attendance number will be place on the 3rd
layer of the IP Address = Example: 192.168.1.5 or 192.168.2.5
The 4th Layer of the IP Address any number but not be 123 = Example:
192.168.1.5
10. Once you have setup or typed the proper IP Address click save and click
 OK to reboot the router. Wait for it to reboot.
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11. Once it is successfully rebooted you will notice in the address bar the
updated IP Address you have made. Now enter the router credentials
which in this router it username and password is admin.

12.Now click or go to the DHCP panel, to setup the router IP Address range.
 This where you use in the 4th layer of IP Address the number 123 → Start
will be at 1 and the end will be 3 or beyond = Example: Start: 192.168.1.1
End: 192.168.1.3 or Start: 192.168.1.1 End: 192.168.1.10
Click save to save the IP Address range setup.
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13.Now open CMD then type ipconfig then see if the setup in IP Address
range function. If not you must perform the refresh of LAN Connection.
You can do this by going to the change adapter options then you must
disable and enable the LAN Connection driver.
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14.Then try to type in CMD ipconfig to test out if the DHCP setup was function.

15.Once it is functioning you must now share all your credentials to the
network. To do this you must go to Changed advanced sharing settings
then you must allow all the sharing and the off the password.
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16.Then you must perform the ping test. To do this go to CMD then type ping
then the IP Address of the computer you want to check it connectivity.
Example the IP Address of the client desktop: ping 192.168.1.2

17.Then once it has a response or reply you can now call out the assessor and
then let him/her check the ping test.

Set Up a Local Area Network

A local area network, or LAN for short, is a group of interconnected
computers that can share data among one another. Almost always, LANs
are set up using Ethernet cables connecting Ethernet cards installed on
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each computer to a hub, switch or router. This joining device must have
enough ports on it so that all computers to be connected to the LAN can
plug into it. A LAN may, but need not by definition, provide access to the
Internet.

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Ethernet cables Ethernet hub/switch Computers with Ethernet cards

1. Shut off all computers to be networked.

2. Connect all computers to a hub or switch using Ethernet cords. If you
plan on connecting the computers to the Internet through a main
gateway computer, that computer will need two Ethernet adapters
installed: one to receive the incoming signal from a modem and one to
connect to the hub.
3. Plug in the hub or switch.
4. Turn on all of the computers.
5. Run the network setup wizard on each computer. To access the wizard,
go to the "Start" menu and click on "Network," or "Network
Connections." Depending on if you are running Windows XP or Vista,
things may be labeled differently, but under Network Connections there
should be buttons for sharing Internet connections or setting up a
network that open the network setup wizard. The wizard will take you
through a relatively simple process and configure the computers for
networking.
6. Restart all computers on the network.

Change Workgroup and Computer Name

A Windows XP workgroup connects computers in a network in order to
share files. A workgroup also connects hardware, such as printers and
scanners.
Instructions
1. Set up a Windows XP workgroup on your PC. Click the "Start" menu in
the lower left-hand corner of your Windows XP screen and select "My
Computer."
2. Right-click on the icon for "My Computer." Click "Properties" in the pop
up menu. A "System Properties" window will appear on the screen. 3. Click
the tab for "Computer Name." Click the "Change" button at the bottom of
the window.
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4. Enter a name for the Windows XP workgroup and computer Name. It is

important to remember this name. Click "OK."
5. Restart computer.

How to Setup a Static IP Address

!

This guide will show the user how to set up a static IP address in Windows.
By default most broadband internet service providers automatically assign
your computer a new IP address every time it boots up. This is called a
Dynamic IP address.
A static IP address assigns one permanent IP to your computer. This is
useful if you want to host a website, access your computer remotely, or
run any kind of server.

Instructions

Things you’ll need:

• PC with Windows 7
• Broadband Internet Access
 • Pencil and paper

1. First you'll need to take down some IP information so if you don't have
something to write with open up notepad. Click on the Start Menu then
select Run. A window like this one should appear. In this window type
"command" and press enter.
2. A black DOS screen should appear. Type
"ipconfig
/all" in the DOS prompt and press
enter. All your
IP information should generate. This is
a helpful
command to know if you ever have to find your IP
address or other info about your internet
connection.
Be sure to write down your IP Address, Subnet Mask, Default Gateway,
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and both DNS servers. After you are done type "exit" and press enter to
exit the DOS window. (Note: If both DNS server addresses are the
same then they are just proxy numbers used by your router and you
will have to either log onto your router status page or call your ISP and
ask for your DNS or Name server addresses.)
3. Now click "Start" and open up the "Control
Panel." Select "Network Connections" and
right click on the connection
you use and select "Properties."
4. A window like this one should appear. Select
"Internet
Protocol (TCP/IP)" and click on Properties.
5. Window like the one pictured will
pop up. "Obtain an IP address
automatically," should be selected. If it isn't then
congratulations, you have a static IP already.
Select "Use the following IP address." Enter the
following:

IP Address -- Type in the IP address you

wrote down but
change the last digit to a number between 1
and 255. For
example, if your IP address is "192.168.1.1"
 you would
enter "192.168.1.11" or "192.168.1.101"
Subnet Mask / Default Gateway -- Enter these exactly as
you copied them down.
6. Next click "Use the following DNS server addresses" and add the DNS
servers you copied down or found in your router settings. After you've
entered all the information your screen should look something like the
picture to the left.
7. Now make sure you can connect to the internet and congratulations!
You now have a static IP address! If you can't connect to the internet
the most common problem is the DNS servers. Make sure your DNS
servers are correct. If you can't find your router settings just call your
ISP and they should be able to give you your DNS or Name Servers.

Share a Printer Between Desktop & Wireless Laptop

Different printer models allow you to share a printer between a desktop
and a wireless laptop computer. If you have a desktop computer
somewhere in the house and you want to print from a laptop in another
part of the house, you can share a printer between the computers so you
won't have to send files between two computers. Find out how you can
share one printer between a desktop and laptop computers.
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Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Desktop computer
• Printer
• Printer driver
• Router
• Laptop computer

1. Load the printer driver onto both computers. This allows the computer
to be able to read and connect to the printer. The driver is included in
the printer installation CD and is automatically installed when you
choose "Autorun."
2. Establish a network between two computers. If you already have an
Internet connection, it is most likely that the laptop and desktop are
already in a network. Go to the master computer (the one directly
connected to the printer). On the control panel, click "Printers and
faxes." Select the printer you want to share, right click on it and select
 "Properties." Click on the "Sharing" tab and share the printer. Change
the "Share name" to a name you want such as "Home computer" and
write this down. Click on the button that says, "Enable file and printer
sharing."
3. On the other computer, open the control panel and click on "Printers
and faxes" to change the printer settings. Add the printer by choosing
"add printer." Shortly, the "Add printer" wizard will pop up and will
guide you through the process, making connection between the two
printers easier. If you are asked for the name of the computer you
want to connect to, be sure to use the exact name that you assigned
the other computer (i.e. "Home computer," or whatever name you
chose).
4. Test the connection by printing a test page. If it doesn't work, the first
thing to check is that you have the correct computer name on the
wireless laptop.

How to install a wired network adapter

To connect to a network, your computer needs a network adapter.
Fortunately, most computer manufacturers know that connecting to the
Internet or other computers is important to computer users, and they
include a network adapter with your computer.

If you need to add a network adapter, first choose which method you
want to use to install it. Most people prefer to use a USB (Universal Serial
Bus) network adapter, because it's easy to install. If you have a portable
computer, you might find a CardBus (also known as PCMCIA or PC Card)
or
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CF network adapter better meets your needs. If you have a desktop

computer with the proper amount of available space, you may also have
the option of adding an internal network adapter.
The instructions you follow to install a network adapter depend on
how you connect it.

How to determine if you have a network adapter

Many newer computers have a network adapter
built in that you can use to connect to a wired network. If
you want to install a wired network adapter and aren't sure
whether your computer already has one, look for a network port on the
back of the computer. Network ports resemble phone jacks, but they are
slightly larger and have eight pins inside.
To see what kind of network adapters may already be installed in
your computer.

1. Click the Start, and then click Control Panel

2. Under or pick a Control Panel icon, click Network

Connections

3. Microsoft Windows 7 displays your network adapters. If an

adapter has a red X over it, it is disconnected. If the Network
Connections window is blank, your computer doesn't have a
network adapter.

4. If you already have a network adapter, you are ready to configure

your network.

How to install a wired USB network adapter

Once you have the adapter…

• If your USB network adapter came with software, insert the CD or

floppy disk into your computer, and follow the manufacturer's
instructions to install the software.

• Find an available USB port on your computer.

Note: If you need to move your computer to reach the
USB ports, you should shut down Windows to avoid
damaging your computer. If you can easily reach a USB
port, you need not shut down your computer.
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• If you do not have an unused USB port, connect a USB hub to add
additional ports. Then connect your USB network adapter to the
unused USB port.

• Connect the network cable to the network adapter.

5.Connect the other end of the network cable to your networking

equipment.

6. If you had to shut down your computer to get to the USB port,
you can now turn on your computer. Windows detects and
installs the new hardware, and then displays a notification
 informing you that the hardware has been successfully installed.

5.

Sharing Resources and Accessing

Shared
Resources

1. Open My Computer, double-click the C:

drive, and
create a new folder on the C: drive. Name
it Shared.
Right-click the Shared folder and select Properties.

2.In the Shared Properties dialog box,

select the Sharing tab. Notice that the.
Select the Share This Folder button. Type
the Share Name. Click Apply and the
computer you are linked to should be
able to view your Shared folder.
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2. Right-click My Network Places, which should be located on your

desktop. Select Properties. Right-click your connection (look for a name
like Local Area Connection) and again select Properties. In your Local Area
Connection Properties dialog box, select File and Print Sharing for Microsoft
Networks and click OK. If you don’t see an option for File and Print
Sharing, click Install and select a service and then click Add. Now select
the File and Print Sharing option.
 3. Open My Network Places- double-click the icon- and select the Entire
Network option under Other Places at the left of the window. In the main
(right-hand) pane, you should see one or more options. Double-click the
Microsoft Windows Network icon.

You’re now at the main network screen, where you should see what’s
called Local Disk (C:\PC 1)
a workgroup. A workgroup is a basic group of computers connected to the
same Ethernet network. Double-click the workgroup to see all the
computers connected to your Ethernet network.

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At this point, you can access any of the other computers and see
what folders they have shared. If you don’t see any computer but your
own, just wait a few minutes and refresh your screen. Then it’s time to
troubleshoot the network problems.
In a network, other peripherals such as printer and faxes could also be
shared. You could use one computer in a network of 10 computers. Click
the Print command, when the dialog box appears click Find Printer. Then
click Browse. Find the location of the printer you will use.

If you don’t have any printer installed in your computer, here’s the
step on how:

TO ADD A PRINTER:

1. Click Start button, then point to Printer and Faxes.

2. A window will be displayed showing Click Add a Printer on the Task

pane (if there are printers already installed).
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3. To continue, click Next.

4. Select what kind of printer you are going to connect, Local printer or
Network printer.

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5. Select Printer port.

6. Below Manufacturer, Click on the name of the printer's manufacturer.
Manufacturers are listed in alphabetical order and you may have to click
on the little down arrow until the manufacturer's name appears in the
list.

Below Model, Click on the model of the printer you will be using.
Model names are listed in alphabetical order and you may need to click
on the little down arrow until the model name appears in the list.

Note: You can often find the manufacturer and model names by looking
on the printer itself.

7. Click the Next button. Windows will check to see if it has the software
necessary to communicate with the printer (the software your computer
needs to communicate with devices like printers, monitors, and disk drives
is known as a driver). If so, it will install the software automatically.

Note: If you receive a message saying that Windows was unable

to locate the necessary files, you will need to get the necessary software
before continuing. Most often, the printer manufacturer's Web site will
have a section called Drivers, from which you can download the software
necessary to use their products. If you are unable to locate the software
on the manufacturer's Web site, inquire within your department to see if
someone is in possession of a software installation disk for the printer.
Once you have obtained the necessary software, click here for instructions
on installing a driver.
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8. Assign your Printer name. Click Next. If you want to test page, click
Yes. Click Next.

9. Then Finish. Right-click on the printer you installed. Click Set as

Default.

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 SELF CHECK 2.2-1

TRUE OR FALSE: Write T if the statement is True and F if the statement is

False.

____1. Setting up a computer may seem like a daunting task, but it

is really very simple.
____2. A computer desktop can’t be customized to an individual’s
specific needs.
____3. The display settings for Windows XP determine the screen
resolution and color quality that is displayed on your monitors.
____4. Your computer's memory settings oftentimes can affect how
your computer runs.
____5. A Windows XP workgroup connects computers in a network in
order to hide files.
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Answer Key 2.2-1

1. T
2. F
3. T
4. T
5. F
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Job Sheet 2.2-1

Title : Networking & File & Printer Sharing

 Performance Objective : Given a working personal computer
you are going to network using hub and then Change the
computer name and workgroup, assign static IP address add
printer and perform printer sharing.

Supplies, Tools & Equipment :

• Working PC
• Server
• LAN Cable
• Hub/Switch
• Printer

Steps/ Procedure:
1. Start Computer
2. Change workgroup and computer name based on the
servers Workgroup.
3. Assign Static IP Address
4. Check the connectivity
5. Add servers printer
6. Share Servers Printer
7. Create document in your workstation
8. Save and share the document
Print document from your computer to servers printer.

Assessment Method:
Demonstration , Performance Criteria checklist

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Performance Criteria Checklist 2.2-1

CRITERIA Ye No
s
Did you…

Started the computer properly

 Changed workgroup

Changed computer name

Assigned IP Address

Installed printer

Made printer sharing

Connected to the server

Created document

Shared document

Printed Document

Followed safety procedures

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INFORMATION SHEET 2.2-3

How to Configure a Peer Network in Windows

Learning Objective:

After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to configure a

Peer Network in Windows.

To create a peer network, you must have the following components: A

network interface or Local Area Network (LAN) adapter for each

computer. The same manufacturer and model of network card is

•
preferred.
• Cabling that is supported by
the network cards.
• Windows drivers for the
network cards.
• A common network protocol.
• A unique computer name for each computer.

To create a peer network, follow these steps for each computer connected
to the network:
1. Shut down the computer and install the network card and appropriate
cabling for each computer.

NOTE: For information about how to configure your network

adapters and physically connect your computers, consult the
documentation included with your network adapters or contact the
manufacturer(s) of your network adapters.

2. Start Windows and install the network drivers. Windows may detect
your network card and install the drivers when you start the computer. If
the network card drivers are not included with Windows, follow the
manufacturer's instructions about how to install the network drivers.

.
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3. Choose a client and a common protocol for each computer. To do this,

follow these steps:
Click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel, and then double
a.
click Network. b. Click Add, click Client, and then click Add.

c. In the Manufacturers box, click the appropriate manufacturer, click

the appropriate client in the Network Clients box, and then click
OK.
d. Click Add, click Protocol, and then click Add.
 In the Manufacturers box, click the appropriate manufacturer, click
e.
the appropriate protocol in the Network Protocol box, and then
click OK.

Follow the instructions to finish installing the network client and

protocol.

4. Configure a peer server. Each computer that is configured for File and
Printer Sharing can act as a server. To configure a computer for File and
Printer Sharing, use the following steps:

Click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel, and then double
a.
click Network. .

b. Click File and Print Sharing, click one or both options to share files
and printers, click OK, and then click OK again.

c. Click Yes when you are prompted to restart your computer.

5. Give each computer a unique computer name. To do this, use the

following steps:
Click Start, point to Settings, click Control Panel, and then double
a.
click Network. b. On the Identification tab, type a unique name in the
Computer .
name box.
Click OK, and then click Yes when you are prompted to restart your
computer.

c.
NOTE: The computer name must be unique for each
computer on the network and should be no more than 15 characters
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 in length. In small networks, the workgroup name should be the
same for each computer so that all computers are visible in the same
workgroup when browsing. You should not use spaces or the
following characters in computer and workgroup names:
/\*,."@

Windows XP Networking
As in previous versions of Windows, Windows XP provides a wizard
for network connection setup. Wizards break down a task into individual
steps and guide the user through the steps one at a time.
The Windows XP New Connection Wizard supports two basic types
of Internet connections, dialup and broadband.

To access the network connection setup wizard in Windows XP,

navigate through the Start menu to the Connect To and Show all
connections options as shown below.

The same feature is also accessible via the Network Connections icon in
Control Panel.

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 Choosing either of the above options causes a new window to appear on
the desktop as shown below. On the right, this window displays icons for any pre
existing connections. The Create a new connection option on the left
allows new connections to be set up.

Types of Windows XP
Network Connection Setup

Clicking the Create a

new connection option
from the Network
Connections dialog activates the wizard as shown below.

Clicking Next presents the user with three main choices for Internet
and private network setup as shown below.
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 The Connect to the Internet option supports several types of
Internet connection setup. This option allows the user to choose from a list
of ISPs, use a setup CD-ROM provided by their ISP, or set up a connection
manually.

Connect to the network at my workplace supports client-side set

up of both dialup remote access and VPN services.

The Set up an advanced connection option supports serial,

parallel and infrared port networking setups. This option also allows the
user to enable certain types of incoming network connections.

Setting up an Internet Connection

The Getting Ready page presents three choices as shown below:

The Choose from a list of Internet Service Providers option

gives instructions for setting up an account with an ISP, then making the
Internet connection through that new account.

The Set up my connection manually option sets up connections

for accounts that have already been opened with an ISP (username and
password are ready for use).

The Use the CD I got from an ISP option should be used when
possessing an installation CD-ROM from one of the service providers.
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 By default the first option Get online with MSN (Microsoft
Network) is selected. To set up a new connection to MSN, click Finish. To
set up a new connection to various other ISPs, change the radio button
selection to the second option and then click Finish.

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MSN Internet Connection Setup

After choosing MSN and clicking Finish, the Windows XP network
connection wizard closes and a new window opens as shown below.
 This window leads to the MSN Explorer Wizard. Answering Yes to
this question creates a key in the Windows Registry that allows access to
MSN email from the Windows XP Start Menu. Answering No to this
question skips that step. After answering either Yes or No, the MSN
wizard launches automatically.

The MSN wizard sets up an MSN account and dial-up Internet

connection but require a working phone line connected to a working
modem.

Other ISP Internet Connection Setup

After choosing an alternate ISP and clicking Finish, the Windows XP
network connection wizard closes and a new Windows Explorer window
opens as shown below.

The first shortcut launches the MSN window shown above. The
second shortcut launches a new Internet Connection Wizard. This
wizard dials a public phone number to obtain a list of ISP referrals from
Microsoft. Obviously, this wizard will provide a limited list of service
providers and not necessarily the best ones for each individual's needs.
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These shortcuts, installed in C:\Program Files\Online Services, can be

accessed at any time from Windows Explorer. It is not necessary to
navigate through the Windows XP network connection wizard to execute
them.

This wizard assumes an account has been opened previously. Manual

connections require the username (account name) and password from a
working ISP service. Dial-up connections also require a telephone number;
broadband connections do not.
 The next step presents three options for creating a manual
connection.

The Connect using a dial-up modem option works for phone line
Internet services (either traditional dial-up or ISDN).

The Connect using a broadband connection that requires a

user name and password option works for DSL or cable modem Internet
services that use PPPoE.

The Connect using a broadband connection that is always on

option works for true "always on" DSL or cable modem services (those
that do not require a username/password) as specified in their service
agreement.

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Microsoft added this option for informational purposes only. Service

providers normally create their setup CDs to include all of the necessary
setup data for an operating system in a self-contained package. Therefore,
clicking Finish has no effect other than to exit the wizard.
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How to Setup Peer-peer networks in windows7

When building a network, you can physically connect the computers

before or after installing (or checking) the operating systems. After
installing the operating system, there are a few you should check to make
sure a computer is working.

One of the things you should do is to check that a computer can

communicate with others.

Wired Networking

After installing the operating systems on the computers that will

primarily participate in the network, you can "physically" connect the
workstations to the router. You can start connecting the pieces whether
the computers are on or off.

To connect the computers:

a. Shut down all computers
and the
router (if
 necessary)
b. Turn on one computer you
will use to setup the
router
c. Your router should have
come equipped with a
piece of paper or a
brochure of just a few
pages that lists the
instructions to follow to
setup the router. One of
the early instructions may
ask you to insert the CD
that came with the router,
in the CD drive and wait
for the instructions. Follow these instructions faithfully
d. After setting up and configuring the router, turn it off and turn off the
computer you used to set it up (this step is optional)
e. Connect each of the other computers to the router using an RJ-45
cable for each connection.
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Accessing the Network

After installing the
operating
systems on the
computers, a
network, named a
homegroup, is
automatically
created, and that
network is
called Homegroup.

Microsoft Windows
10
provides a fast
way to create
a peer-to-peer network. To
use it, start Windows
Explorer. Depending on the
computer or its
 manufacturer, in the left
frame, you may see an icon labeled Homegroup:

If you see it, click it. A new

window may come up:

Read the text and click Join

Now. Another window would
come up:

Click Next. You will be asked to

provide a password.
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Wireless Networking

If you plan to let some computers access the network wirelessly (using a
router that has wireless capability), you may need to use one computer to
set it up.
To do this:
a. Start the computer you will use to setup
the router
(you should turn the others off):

b. Most, if not all, wireless routers come with very

easy to follow instructions. Most of them usually
ask you to first
insert the disc that accompanies the router, that is, before
physically installing the router. Consult the documentation
(usually just one or a few pieces of paper or a small brochure) and
faithfully follow its disc's
instructions. At one
time, the instructions would indicate
to you when to connect the computer and the wireless router. To do this,
you will use a cable (usually supplied
to you) to connect one end to the computer and another end to the
router:

Because the steps to

perform
depend on the router
(or the
manufacturer), we
will let you
perform as described
by their
documentation
c. After installing
and setting
up the wireless
router,
turn it off and turn the
computer off
d. For any computer that
doesn't have a wireless
network card but has a
wired network card,
connect it to a port of the
wireless router using an RJ-45 cable. The computers that have a
network card will not need a physical connection to the wireless
router:
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e. Turn on the router. After a few seconds, turn on the computers one
by one. You may not need to check whether they work at this time
or not.

Checking Network Connectivity

On the Taskbar of a computer that is a member of the network, you should

see the icon for the network connectivity. The icon may appears empty:

That's good (this is not a guaranty that everything is alright but probably
everything is fine).
If the icon appears with a rotating cursor, the computer is probably looking
for a network:

In this case, you should let it continue searching.

The icon may appear with an orange ball:

Click that icon to show a list of available networks

(from your neighbors) and click the name of your
network.

If the icon appears with a red X

or any
suspicious sign, it means
something is
wrong:

If the computer connects using a cable (wired connection), the first thing
you should check is whether the network cable is connected. If it's not,
connect it and check the icon again. If the cable is connected, the next
thing is to check whether the driver for the network card is installed and
up-to-date. To check it, click Start, right-click Computer, and click Manage.
On the left, click Device Manager. Check how Ethernet Controller and/or
Network Controller appear. If either or both have an exclamation mark in
their icon, ...
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... right-click the item and click

Properties (you can also double
click it). A dialog box would come
up. It may display a message that
the drivers are not installed:

There are various ways you can

get the drivers. One way is to get
to the web site of the
manufacturer, download the
 driver, and install it. Then check
the icon again.

Network Discovery
Network discovery makes it
possible for a computer to allow
other computers to "see" it on
the network. If you have a
computer that needs to
participate in a network, you
should allow network discovery
on it. To do that, open Windows
Explorer and click Network (you
can click the Start button and
click the Network option). A
message should appear under
the toolbar stating "Network
discovery is turned off...":
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Self-Check 2.2-3

True or False: Write T if the statement is True and F if the statement is

false.

____1. The Windows XP New Connection Wizard supports two basic

types of Internet connections, dialup and broadband.

____2. The Connect using a dial-up modem option works for phone
line Internet services
____3. The Connect to the Internet option supports several types of
Internet connection setup.
____4. To access the network connection setup wizard in Windows XP,
navigate through the run menu to the Connect To and Show
all connections options.
____5. The Set up my connection manually option should be used
when possessing an installation CD-ROM from one of the
service providers.
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Answer Key 2.2-3

1. T
2. T
3. T
4. F
5. T
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TASK SHEET 2.2-3

Title : Setting Network Connection

Performance Objective : Given the needed materials, set-up a

network connection on four computers.

Supplies, Tools & Equipment :

- Network cables
- 4 Computer units
- 1 hub
- Network Card Driver
Steps/ Procedure:
1. Prepare the needed tools, supplies and materials
2. Connect Network Cables to Hub and computers
3. Start computers
4. Configure Computer Network
• Assign workgroup
• Assign I.P address
5. Check the connectivity of your network.
6. Perform file and printer sharing

Assessment Method:
Demonstration , Performance Criteria checklist

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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST

CRITERIA Yes No
Did you…

• Observed Safety Precautions.

• Properly connected all the UTP cables to the

computer and hub.

• Assigned correct workgroup to all computers

• Assigned I.P. Address properly.

• Connected Computers properly and seen in the

network.

• Performed file and Printer sharing

• Observed Proper boot-up and shutdown of the

computer.
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INFORMATION SHEET 2.2-4

Accidental Event Checklist

Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, YOU MUST be able to use and
accomplish Accidental Event Checklist

Accident reports may contain the following details:

• Name of person injured
• Date and Time of accident
• Type of Injury
• First Aid given
• Action taken to prevent further accidents.
With this kind of report, the trainer and the trainees could see what type
of accident mostly occur on their place that they could already prevent it from
coming.

Sample Accident Report

ACCIDENT, DANGEROUS OCCURRENCE AND INCIDENT REPORT

Name: _______________________________ Date: ________________

Year & Section: ______________________

A. Subject of Report
(Please tick the box)
• Injury
• Dangerous occurrence
• Damage to equipment
• Accidents/incidents with the potential to injure or cause damage •
Health Condition
B. Place, Date, Time:

Exact location of event: ___________________________________

Time of event:
____________________________________________
Trainer-in-charge at the time of event: ___________________
C. Nature of Injury:
__________________________________________________________
_ ___________________________________________________________
D. First Aid Treatment:
 __________________________________________________________

_ Checked by: ____________________________

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Self-Check 2.2-4

1. Enumerate the component of Accident reports.

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Answer Key 2.2-4

Accident reports may contain the following details:

• Name of person injured
• Date and Time of accident
• Type of Injury
• First Aid given
• Action taken to prevent further accidents.
.
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TASK SHEET 2.2-4

Title: Accident Report
Performance Objective : Base on the given template make an
Accident Report that you may encounter inside
the computer laboratory

Supplies, Tools & Equipment :

• Working PC
• Printer
• Bond paper
• Ruler
• Pencil/Eraser
• Accident report template

Steps/ Procedure:
1. Prepare the necessary tools, supplies and materials 2.
Use the given template to make an accident report that
you may encounter inside the computer laboratory 3.
Let your trainer check your work

Assessment Method:
Demonstration , Performance Criteria checklist

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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST

CRITERIA Yes No
Did you…

• Observed Safety Precautions.

• Filled up template properly

• Checked subject of report accurately.

• Entered Place, Date & time.

 • Stated the nature of injury

• Applied first aid treatment.

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INFORMATION SHEET 2.2-5

How to Wire a Patch Panel

Internet connections are common in high density usage areas, such as

office buildings and businesses where employees in multiple offices and on
multiple floors are wired for Internet service. In high density usage areas,
all of the computers are connected to a central server. Wiring the Internet
from each usage site to the server area is straightforward, but it creates a
large mass of incoming cables in the server area that must all be properly
terminated and routed. Hard wiring each Ethernet cable to the server is
impractical. Instead, the incoming Ethernet cables are terminated at a well
organized and labeled patch panel. The server can then be easily
connected to the patch panel with short cable runs, and these short cable
runs can be moved as necessary for upgrade or expansion. Use these tips
to learn how to wire a patch panel.

Steps

1. Acquire the patch panel or patch panels. The patch panels purchased
should have 110 style insulation displacement connectors. Patch
panels with various numbers of terminations are available. Acquire
enough patch connectors on the patch panels to accommodate all of
the incoming Ethernet cables. Patch panels are available through
electronic supply outlets and some electrical parts stores.

2. Make a cable map. The map should tell the system administrator
which incoming cables are terminated to which patch panel
connectors. A map of the patch panel connections is necessary, and
labeling the patch panels is helpful in diagnosing system problems
and handling future changes and upgrades.
 3. Remove the cable jacket from each incoming Ethernet cable. Use wire
strippers to cut off the cable jacket about 1.5 inches (38 mm) from
the end of each cable. Remove and discard the jacket. Wire strippers
are available at electrical parts stores and hardware stores.

4. Remove internal tubing for the cables. If the incoming Ethernet cables
are Cat6 type, they will have an internal plastic jacket under the
outer cable jacket that must be carefully removed and discarded
using wire cutters. Wire cutters are available at electrical parts
stores and hardware stores. If the incoming cable is Cat5e type this
step will not be necessary.
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5. Spread out the cable wires. There will be 4 twisted pairs of wires
inside the Ethernet cable. Untwist all of the wires and spread them
out. Note that the wires are color coded with 4 being solid colors,
and 4 with a white stripe around the color.

6. Set the wires into the patch panel connector. Place all 8 wires into the
110 style connector of the patch panel in the patch panel outlet that
has been chosen to receive that cable. There will be a color code
label on the patch panel that indicates which wire is to be placed into
which connector pin. Make sure that each wire spans both sets of
teeth of the insulation displacement connector.

7. Make the connections. Use a patch panel push tool to firmly press
down on each wire so that it is grasped by both sets of teeth of the
insulation displacement connector. Patch panel push tools are
available at electronic supply outlets and electrical supply stores. If
the patch panel push tool has a cutting edge, make sure that the
cutting edge is placed over the cut ends of the Ethernet cable so that
excess wire will be cut off during the pushing operation. If the patch
panel push tool does not have a cutting edge, use wire cutters to
remove excess wire from the Ethernet cable that hangs out over the
edge of the insulation displacement connector.

How into punch wires into patch panel?

1. Strip the cable from the end.
 2. Un-twist the wires completely to the
jacket.
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3. Sort the wires in the proper pinout

configuration.
Note: There are two color patterns,
T568A and
T568B. Make sure to terminate both
sides of the
cable on the same.
4. Choose a port on the patch panel to begin
terminating. In general, terminating in
ascending order is ideal so start at the lowest
number. First cable should be terminated to
the 1st port for example.

5. Begin terminating each wire.

Use a punch down tool with the 110
blade and terminate each wire
individually. Push down until the tool
clicks and cuts the end of the wire off.

6. Secure the cable to the patch panel. Many patch

panels have slots or tabs where zip ties can be used
to secure the cable to the patch panel.

7. Test the
connections/terminations. Use a cable
tester to ensure that all wires were
terminated correctly.
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INFORMATION SHEET 2.2-6

How to Add a Mac to a Homegroup

Windows 7 introduced a new feature that makes it extremely easy to

share files across a network: the Homegroup. Unfortunately, the
Homegroup is designed to work only with other computers also running
Windows 7. This can make connecting computers with previous editions of
Windows, Linux or Macs to Windows 7 needlessly difficult. There are,
fortunately, ways around it.

Steps:
1. Create a Workgroup. Because Home groups are limited to
computers running Windows 7, trying to connect a Mac to one is
usually pointless. Instead, creating a Workgroup will allow you to
connect. Work groups do not automatically enable as many features
as Homegroups, but you can still achieve the same functionality
through manual tweaking. To create a Workgroup:

• Go to the computer running Windows 10. Click on the "Start

Menu," right-click on "Computer" and select "Properties."Then
click on "Advanced system settings." A dialogue box will
appear.
• Go to the tab labeled "Computer name," which also allows
access to domain, and workgroup settings, and click "Change .
. ."
• Go to "Computer Name" and click "Change."
• A box should pop up named "Computer Name/Domain
Changes." You will see the name of the Workgroup you are a
member of or you can create a new one.

2. Add your Mac to the Windows 10 Workgroup.

• Go to the "System Preferences" pane and click on "Network." •

Click on the "WINS" tab and make sure that the Workgroup
name displayed is the same as the one you set up on your
computer running Windows 10.

3. To make sure your Mac can share files with Windows, go to

"System Preferences" and click on "Sharing." Follow the
interface to change permissions on the folders that you desire.
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4. Connect your Mac directly to your PC. If you have several

Windows 10 computers on a Homegroup and you need to connect
your Mac to only one of them, there is another solution that doesn't
involve changing from a Homegroup to a Workgroup.

• Make sure you're on the Mac's desktop. Click on "Go" on the

menu bar at the top of the screen. Select "Connect to Server"
and type "smb://computersname" in the dialog box. Replace
"computersname" with the name of your Windows computer
(following the steps to create the Workgroup on Windows will
 also tell you your computer name).
• When it asks for your username and password, type in your
WINDOWS username and password. You should now be
connected.

Tips
• If you want to be able to conveniently move files from your Windows
computer to your Mac, you need to configure the "Drop Box" folder
on your Mac. Open the Finder, go to the "Public" folder and
right-click on "Drop Box." Select "Get Info" and click on the lock
button in the bottom right corner to change the settings. Change
the settings to "Read & Write" for everyone.

• Homegroups are exclusively designed for computers running

Windows 7. That means that you cannot connect any computers
running other operating systems to the Homegroup. This means
that trying to figure out how to add a Mac to a Homegroup is just
needlessly frustrating. The best thing to do is to follow the steps in
this guide by creating a Workgroup or by directly connecting.
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Sharing a Folder

Probably the most fundamental way a computer can make a resource

available is to share one or its resources or files. Of course, you must first
create the reources.

Of course, to create a folder, open Windows Explorer or any file utility of

your choice. select the drive. Right-click it or right-click the right frame,
position the mouse on New, and click Folder:

Give a name to the folder and

press Enter

After creating a folder, to share

it:

a. Start Windows Explorer

and display the drive where the
 folder is located

b. Right-click the folder -> Share With ->

Specific Prople...

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c. Click the arrow of the combo box:

Then:

i. If you want
to control
access of the
folder for all
user
accounts,
click
Everyone
 ii. If you want
to control
access for a
specific
account and
that account
is in the list, select it
iii. If you want to control access for a certain user but his or her
account is not listed, click Create A New User... and create the
new account
d. Under Permission Level click the down-pointing arrow for the
account you selected

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e. Select the desired permission; Click Share and Click Done

Accessing a Shared Folder

When a folder is shared in a computer, the other computers can access it.
To access such a folder from another computer, you must use an account
that exists in the computer where the folder is shared.

To access a shared folder:

a. Open Windows Explorer

b. In the left frame, click Network. The right should play the names of
the computers of the same network
c. Double-click the icon of the computer where the desired folder is
located
d. A Windows Security dialog box may come. In the top text box, type
the name of the computer that has the folder, followed by \, followed
by the user account you created in that computer
e. Press Tab
f. Type the password that was given to that account
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 About the check box:

• If you leave Remember My

Credentials unchecked, the
next time you try accessing
the folders of that computer,
you will be asked to provide
the credentials (user name
and password) again
• If you check Remember My
Credentials, next time, you
can access the folders of that
computer

g. When you are ready, click OK

The computer should then show its shared folder(s)

h. You can then:

oDouble-click the folder to
see its contents
oOpen a file that is in that
folder
oCreate a file and save it in
that folder
oCopy files and put them in
that folder
oPut various types of files
(pictures, music, videos,
presentation, etc) in that
folder
oetc
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INFORMATION SHEET 2.2-7

How to Set-up a Printer on a Network with Windows 7

Windows 7 allows you to set up a printer on a network using a few

methods. A printer can be connected to a network by itself as a
stand-alone device, or it can be connected to one specific computer that
can share it with every other computer that is connected to that network
or homegroup. Continue reading to learn how to set up a printer on a
network using Windows 7.

STEPS:

1. Install a Network Printer

• Obtain the name that has been given to the network printer. •
Contact your network administrator if you are unfamiliar with
the name of the network printer you need to install.
• Turn on the network printer
• Click on the start button or Windows logo from the bottom left
hand corner of your computer screen
• Select “Devices and Printers” by clicking on it.
• Select “Add a printer” by clicking on it to bring up the “Add the
printer” wizard.
• Click on “Add a network, wireless or Bluetooth printer”.
• Click on the name of the printer you want to setup from the list
of available printers that appear.
• Click on “Next” button.
• Click on “Install driver” if you are prompted to install the
printer driver. You may be prompted to type the administrator
password if you are connected to a secured network.
• Click on the “Finish” button to finish installing the printer and
close the add printer wizard.

2. Share a printer on a home group network

• Go to the computer that your printer is physically plugged into.

• Click on the Windows logo or Start button on the bottom of the
computer screen.
• Click on "Control Panel."
• Type "home group" into the search field, which can be found in
the upper-right corner of the Control Panel window.
• Click directly on "Home Group" when it appears in the search
results.
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• You may also click on the "Share Printers" link within the
Home Group section.
• Place a check mark next to "Printers."
 • Click on "Save changes."
• By default, there should already be a check mark next to
"Printers."
• Walk over to the computer with which you want to share the
printer.
• Click on the Start button.
• Select "Control Panel."
• Type "home group" into the search box.
• Select "Home Group" from the search results window.
• Click on "Install Printer."
• Click "Install driver" from the dialog box that appears if you
need to install the current driver for your printer.
• Access the printer as if it was physically connected by using
the print dialog box from any program on your computer. You
must power on the computer the printer is connected to in
order to print documents from the other computer.

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