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Design, build and test network servers, Advanced Diploma of Information Technology

ASSESSMENT-1 INSTRUCTIONS

Question 1: Describe three key features of industry standard network operating systems.

Question 2: Explain why compatibility issues can arise when installing a new server and how procedures can be used to resolve these.

Question 3: Complete the following table by explaining the relevance of each term to network service configuration.

Question 4: Complete the following table by explaining the relevance of each term to network service management.

Question 5: Identify and describe three network service security features.

Question 6: Explain the importance of server firewall configuration and describe key steps in this process.

Question 7: Identify and summarise three examples of troubleshooting tools/techniques that can be used in relation to networks.

Question 8: Complete the following table to describe how each of the network diagnostic utilities can be used for trouble shooting.

Question 9: Complete the following table in relation to installation media.

Question 10: Explain the boot process for a sever, how it can result in boot failures and how to resolve this.

Question 11: Explain how an operating system rescue environment can resolve operating issues.

Question 12: Explain how to use operating system help and support utilities for troubleshooting server issues.

Question 13: Outline two types of performance monitoring tools and tuning options that may be required in relation to server installation and describe how to use these.

Question 14: Describe two high availability options for servers and that can be used to resolve common operating issues.

Question 15: Explain the process of printer management relevant to the installation and management of a server.

Question 16: Explain the process for user authentication.

Question 17: Explain the purpose of network directory services and an outline of the process for network services directory configuration.

Question 18: Explain best practice for implementing backup and recovery procedures.

Question 19: Explain the process for error and event logging and reporting during a server installation.

Question 20: Explain the purpose of RAID. Write a summary of the process for setting up RAID.

Question 21: Describe the benefit of using task scheduling utilities and give one example.

Assessment Task 2: Project Portfolio

Information for students
In this task, you are required to demonstrate your skills and knowledge by working through a number of activities and completing and submitting a project portfolio.
You will need access to:
a suitable place to complete activities that replicates an ICT environment where the installation of a server may occur
your learning resources and other information for reference
client requirements for the server, including specifications and deliverables
server
networked (LAN computers) and work stations
network simulation software
network components including switches and cabling
WAN service point of presence
WHS Policy and Procedures
Project Portfolio template.
Ensure that you:
review the advice to students regarding responding to written tasks in the IT Works Student User Guide
comply with the due date for assessment which your assessor will provide

Activities
Complete the following activities:
Carefully read the following:

This unit requires you to install a server according to a client's requirements.
You are to assume that due to the age of the current server and less than reliable and effective performance, the server needs to be replaced.
You will complete this task using the RTO's physical environment or networking software. Your assessor will advise you as to which option you will proceed with.
You will be collecting evidence for this unit in a Project Portfolio. The steps you need to take are outlined below. Before you begin, complete page 4 of your Project Portfolio.

Write a Server Design Report

You are to review the requirements for the network server, which will include the required performance and data migration specifications. Identify this information from the ICTNWK540 Simulation Pack, plus additional information that your assessor will provide to you based on the RTO Infrastructure.
Based on this information, you are to develop a Server Design Report. The template is included in your Portfolio and will also include a request for approval of the Server Design.
Prior to the following task, you should review the WHS Policy and Procedures provided to make sure you are prepared to do the required health and safety checks prior to installation.
Complete Section 2 of your Portfolio and submit it to your assessor.
Prepare for server installation

Prior to commencing the task, you are to meet with the client (your assessor) to explain all of the health and safety issues that you need to ensure you attend to as per your preparation in the previous task.
Identify the immediate safety hazards in the environment around you and explain the risk control measures you will use. Your assessor will be checking throughout the assessment to make sure you apply these. You will also note these down in your Portfolio.
You are also to advise the client verbally (your assessor) of the deployment and potential down time as per your Server Design Report to ensure that all staff are aware of this and can plan their work accordingly.
Finally back up all the local data prior to installation. Take a screen shot of your work.
Complete Section 3 of your Portfolio and submit it to your assessor.
Build and configure the server/s

You are now required to install the network operating system according to client requirements and the installation checklists you have created as part of your Server Design Report.
You are to complete the following activities:
Creating relevant number and size of disk partitions required for the installation.
Creating file systems and virtual memory relevant to the operating system.
Installing the network operating system.
Installing and configuring server applications and network services as per the client requirements and sever design.
Installing any additional tools or third party software as per the client requirements and the server design.
Once you have completed this you are to reconnect and reconfigure the connectivity devices (such as switches, routers, etc).
You are then to patch the network operating systems and associated applications to ensure any vulnerabilities are secured as well as ensuring that functionality and usability is of optimal performance.
Take screen shots of each of the above phases plus written commentary on how you undertook each stage.
Work on Section 4 of your Portfolio.
Configure and administer the server

Now that you have installed the server for the network operating system, you are to configure and administer the server.
You are to complete the configuration and administration following the manufacturer's instructions for such.
You are to complete all of the following activities:
Configure the:
Domain name system (DNS)
Dynamic host configuration protocol (DHCP)
Web and proxy mail
File transfer protocol (FTP)
Firewall.
Configure the network directory service and then perform a restart.
Create accounts for user groups to ensure security, as well as network access.
Manage accounts by grouping users and allocating access to resources.
Configure the user environment using the relevant network operating system policies and scripts
Create a directory structure and quotas to meet client requirements as discussed at the meeting
Configure print services and check to see they are correctly configured for printing.
Set the security, access and sharing of system resources to meet client requirements.
In addition to the above and to finalise the installation process you are to:
Implement the security policy as discussed at the meeting with the client to prevent unauthorised access to the system.
Configure update services so as to provide automatic updates for operating system and applications.
Finally restore the local data to the new server. Once this has occurred, complete a backup to ensure that the data has been copied and not corrupted or unknown alterations such as file permissions not carried across.
Implement backup and recovery methods so that restoration of data is possible in the event of a disaster.
Take screen shots of each of the above phases plus written commentary on how you undertook each stage.
Complete Section 4 of your Portfolio and submit it to your assessor.
Test and monitor the server

Now that you have completed server configuration and administration, you are to conduct testing in order to monitor the performance of the server.
Complete the testing as per the test plan you developed as part of the Server Design Report.
Record the results.
As you complete the testing, review the test results to identify errors. Take screen shots of your work.
Assess all of the problems identified in the test report and fix according to manufacturer's trouble shooting instructions.
If you do not encounter any errors, your assessor will set at least two up for you to fix.
Following this, you are then to re-test and validate changes to make sure they have not affected the initial specifications.
Submit your completed Test Plan to your assessor, as well as all of the associated screen shots.
Complete Section 5 of your Portfolio and submit it to your assessor.
Finalise server installation and management

Now that you have completed server configuration and administration and initial testing, you are to monitor the performance of the server.
You are to:
Save the server configurations and settings for the client to keep as a reference and document any differences to standard configurations and settings are documented.
Save a current report of the server status to provide to the client.
You are also required to conduct a physical walk through of the site which your assessor will observe. You are to check:
For cleanliness - make sure no boxes or unwanted material or equipment has been left
Power/points - turned on or switched off according to client requirements
Cabling - is safely put away
Mounting - is stable
Protections - have been put in place such as UPS or safety instructions left.
Placement - of additional access points for monitoring and sniffing.
You are also to request client approval and sign off and including the server documentation as above.