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1.1.4 Packet Tracer - Create Realistic Structured Cabling in the Physical Workspace and Cabling Devices in a Rack

Objectives

In this activity, you will install a patch panel and a wall mount. You will then use these to connect network devices in the office to the equipment in the wiring closet.

  • Part 1: Install a Patch Panel in the Wiring Closet
  • Part 2: Attach a Wall Mount in the Office
  • Part 3: Connect an Additional Wall Mount and Cables

Required Resources

  • Latest Packet Tracer version

Procedure

Part 1: Install a Patch Panel in the Wiring Closet

  • Step 1: Install a patch panel in the Rack;

    Figure 1 – Installing a patch panel in the Rack

  • Step 2: Connect the Office-SW1 to the patch panel.

    Figure 2 – Connecting the Office switch to the Patch panel

Part 2: Attach a Wall Mount in the Office

  • Step 1: Install a wall mount;

    Figure 3 – Installing a wall mount

    Figure 4 – Verifying connection from Office-Admin by opening a website

  • Step 2: Organize the cables.

    Figure 5 – Orginizing the cables

Part 3: Connect an Additional Wall Mount and Cables

Figure 6 – Connecting additional cables betweed the Office switch and the Patch panel

Figure 7 – Connecting to the Wall mount and managing cables

Figure 8 – Verifying connection from Office-User by opening a website