Title:
Demonstrate the different type of topologies and type of transmission media by using a packet tracer
tool
Objective:
• To Demonstrate the different type of topologies and type of transmission media
• Understand use of Packet Tracer Tool
Problem Statement:
To understand different type of topologies and various other type of transmission media by using a
packet tracer tool
Hardware Requirement:
• Network cables for setting up Different types of Topology
• Router
• PC with RAM 256 MB or above
Software Requirement:
• Windows XP or above
• Packet Tracer Tool
Outcomes:
Successfully Demonstrated the different type of topologies and understood various type of
transmission media by using a packet tracer tools available in lab.
Theory:
1. Network topology
is the geometric representation of relationship of all the links connecting the devices or nodes.
Network topology represent in two ways one is physical topology that define the way in which a
network is physically laid out and other one is logical topology that defines how data actually flow
through the network. In this paper we have discuss how to design bus, star and mesh topology
network and provide interfacing and simulation between end points using packet tracer software.
Cisco Packet Tracer
IT is multi-tasking network simulation software to perform and analyze various network activities such
as implementation of different topologies, select optimum path based on various routing algorithms,
create DNS and DHCP server, sub netting, analyze various network configuration and troubleshooting
commands.
2. DESIGNING OF TOPOLOGY
2.1 Bus Topology
In local area network, it is a single network cable runs in the building or campus and all nodes are
connected along with this communication line with two endpoints called the bus or backbone. In other
words, it is a multipoint data communication circuit that is easily control data flow between the
computers because this configuration allows all stations to receive every transmission over the
network [4].
For bus topology we build network using three generic pc which are serially connected with three
switches using copper straight through cable and switches are interconnected using copper cross over
cable.
2.2 Star Topology
In star topology, all the cables run from the computers to a central location where they are all
connected by a device called a hub. It is a concentrated network, where the end points are directly
reachable from a central location when network is expanded. [4].
Ethernet 10 base T is a popular network based on the star topology. For star topology we build
network using five generic pc which are centrally connected to single switch 2950-24 using copper
straight through cable.
2.3 Mesh Topology
In mesh topology every device has a dedicated point to point link to every other device. The term
dedicated stand for link carries traffic only between two devices it connects. It is a well-connected
topology; in this every node has a connection to every other node in the network. The cable
requirements are high and it can include multiple topologies. Failure in one of the computers does not
cause the network to break down, as they have alternative paths to other computers star topology,
all the cables run from the computers to a central location [4].
For mesh topology we build network using five 1841 router. To design four serial port router click on
router- >turn off->drag the WIC2T module two times.->power on. To establish connection between
router to router using DCE cables.
3. CONFIGURATION OF COMPONENT
3.1 Bus topology:
To configure the IP address of an interface, we configure all PC one by one click on pc,
open DESKTOP window, fill IP Address, Fill subnet mask and default gateway. After that,
simulate the network using simulation
3.2 Star topology:
To configure the IP address of an interface, we configure all PC one by one click on pc,
open DESKTOP window, fill IP Address, Fill subnet mask and default gateway. After that,
simulate the network using simulation
3.3 Mesh topology:
To configure the IP address of an interface, we configure all routers one by one. Click on
router, open config window, fill IP Address of serial port which are connected to router,
Fill subnet mask, set clock rate and port status is ON. After that, simulate the network
using simulation mode
Router Configuration Of Mesh Topology
4. SIMULATION OF NETWORK TOPOLOGY
4.1 Bus Topology
4.2 Star Topology
4.3 Mesh Topology
CONCLUSION:
Thus we successfully Demonstrated the different type of topologies and type of transmission media
by using a packet tracer tool.
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