Planning a Network Upgrade - Pearson

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CHAPTER 3Planning a Network UpgradeObjectivesAfter completing this chapter, you should be able to answer the following questions: Why is proper Planning necessary when youperform a Network Upgrade ? What is a site survey, and why is it necessary? What steps are involved in performing a site survey? What is structured cabling? What factors must you consider when upgradingLAN and internetworking devices?Key TermsThis chapter uses the following key terms. You can find the definitions in the survey 50SWOT 55failure domain64Cisco IOS65Integrated Services Router (ISR)65Fault 4/8/08 3:31 PM Page 49As businesses grow and evolve, they may outgrow their existing Network and require a networkupgrade. To help ensure a smooth transition, a careful look at both the current Network and the newnetwork requirements is necessary. This will help determine what new equipment and configurationsare necessary to ensure that the new Network fully supports both the current and future needs of thecompany or II of this book includes the corresponding labs for this IssuesWhen a small company grows rapidly, the original Network that supported the company often cannotkeep pace with the expansion.

Internet connection such as DSL or cable, the service provider owns the equipment needed to connect to the Internet (for example, a DSL router or cable modem). If the connectivity is upgraded, the ... rent network should be addressed in the proposal for a network upgrade. When the site survey is complete, it is important that the technician ...

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