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LAN Switching and Wireless Chapter 1

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Describe how a hierarchical network supports the voice, video and data needs of a small and medium-sized business. Match the appropriate Cisco switch to each layer in the hierarchical network design model.

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The hierarchical network model:
Involves dividing the network into discrete layers: Access, Distribution, Core Benefits: modular design, scalable, improved performance

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The Core Layer:
The high-speed backbone of the internetwork Highly available and redundant Aggregates the traffic from all distribution layer devices

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The Distribution Layer:
Aggregates data received from the access layer devices (switches) before it is transmitted to the core layer for routing Controls network traffic using policies Delineates broadcast domains (VLANs)

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The Access Layer:
Interfaces with end devices (PCs, printers, IP phones) Controlls which devices are allowed to communicate on the network Includes switches, hubs, wireless access points

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The hierarchical network model Physical layout

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Benefits of the hierarchical network model

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Hierarchical network design: network diameter

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Hierarchical network design: bandwidth aggregation

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Hierarchical network design: redundant links

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Converged Networks: convergence is the process of combining voice, video and data on a data network
Quality of Service (QoS) plays an important role Difficult (cost) if already invested in 3 separate networks Benefit: only one network to manage

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Separated Networks
Voice

Video

Data

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Converged Networks

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Considerations for Hierarchical Network Switches

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Considerations for Hierarchical Network Switches

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Considerations for Hierarchical Network Switches

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Topology Diagrams:
- shows switches and its connections - switch ports are represented - user communities

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Cisco Switches and the Hierarchical Network Design Model

Key features of switches that are used in hierarchical networks

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Considerations used to select a switch for a H.N.:
(1) Port density, (2) Forwarding rates, (3) Link Aggregation

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Considerations used to select a switch for a H.N.:
(4) Power over Ethernet (PoE), (5) Layer 3 Functionality

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Switch features in a hierarchical network

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Switch features in a hierarchical network

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Switch features in a hierarchical network

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Cisco switches used in SMB applications

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Summary
Hierarchical Design model addresses performance, scalability, maintainability & manageability issues. Traffic Analysis is used to monitor network performance. Hierarchical Design Model is composed of 3 layers: Access Distribution Core Switches selected for each layer must meet the needs of each hierarchical layer as well as the needs of the business.

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