Control No: _______________

SLK 2 for GRADE 12 COMPUTER SYSTEM SERVICING

QUARTER 2 WEEK 2

I. PRELIMINARIES
Competency Ensure the configuration conforms to the manufacturer’s
instructions/manual
(TLE_IACSS9-12SUCN-IIf-j-36)
Objectives 1. Determine the wireless router.
2. Identify the wireless router configuration.
3. Apply the wireless configuration technique.
Topic/
Setting Network Configuration
Subject Matter
Textbook  Competency Based Learning Module -CSS NC-II
Materials  laptop, mobile phone, portable WiFi,
Copyrights  Department of Education-Division of Talisay City
Total Points  50 points
Date  January 11-15, 2021

II. CONTENT MAP

Wireless Router

Configuration Technique

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 III. CONTENT NOTES
Wireless Configuration (WZC),
also known as Wireless Auto
Configuration, or WLAN AutoConfig, is
a wireless connection management
utility included with Microsoft
Windows XP and later operating
systems as a service that dynamically
selects a wireless network to connect to
based on a user's preferences and
various default settings. This can be
used instead of, or in the absence of, a
wireless network utility from the
manufacturer of a computer's wireless
networking device. The drivers for the
wireless adapter query the NDIS Object IDs and pass the available network names
(SSIDs) to the service. The service then lists them in the user interface on the Wireless
Networks tab in the connection's Properties or in the Wireless Network
Connection dialog box accessible from the notification area. A checked (debug) build
version of the WZC service can be used by developers to obtain additional diagnostic
and tracing information logged by the service.

SET-UP A WIRELES ROUTER

As more and more devices are able to connect to wireless networks, setting up
a wireless router has become a crucial step for virtually any home network. Setting up
a wireless network will allow your devices to connect to the internet from practically
anywhere in the house, without the need for messy wires. To get started setting your

PART 1: HOW TO SET UP A WIRELESS ROUTER

1.Purchase a wireless router. Routers

come in all shapes and sizes. Compare
features to find the router that is right for you.
If you have more area that you need to cover,
or have lots of walls in your home, you’ll need
a router that offers the option of upgrading
antenna(s) with high gain types - if not
supplied in the box. If more than one wireless
device will be connecting at the same time at
different speeds, a MiMo type router is
recommended, otherwise the speed for all
devices will drop the highest supported by all
at that time.

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  All modern routers should support 802.11n, or Wireless-N). This is the most
stable, offers the fastest speeds and is backwards compatible with older
standards such as 802.11g.

2.Connect your router to your modem

Routers and wireless routers enable you to
share your broadband internet connection
with multiple devices. To do so, you will
need to connect your broadband modem to
the router. For best results, place your
router near your modem.

 Connect the router and the modem

with an Ethernet cable. Most
routers come packaged with a short
Ethernet cable that you can use for
this.
 Connect the modem to the WAN / Internet Port on your router. It is usually
offset, and may be a different color from the LAN Ports. WAN stands for "Wide
Area Network" which is what the internet actually is. LAN stands for "Local
Area Network". The router will assign a local or "private" IP address to any
device connected to its LAN Ports or WiFi signal from a pool of private
addresses (listed further below).

3.Connect any devices you want to hard

wire with CAT 5 (or better) Ethernet
cables. If you have computers that are
close, or a video game console or TV, you
can connect them to the router via
Ethernet. This will result in a more stable
and faster connection, and doesn’t require
any extra configuration.

4.Connect at least one computer via Ethernet. You will need at least one
computer connecting via Ethernet cable in order to adjust your router
settings. You can disconnect this computer afterwards if you want to
connect wirelessly. You can also connect your laptop wirelessly for the first
time, the wifi network name and the default password will be printed on the
router's label

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PART 2 SET-UP:

1.When you power on

the router, it will only
create its wi-fi network,
and the device will be
connected to the
router's wi-fi
connection, not the
internet. To connect the
router to the internet,
with some internet
providers (i.e. GTPL in
India), it is required to
register router's MAC address to the internet service provider's website.
 MAC of the router can be found printed on router or in the documents etc.

2.Go to the internet service provider's website. Type ip address Log in with the
username and password provided by the internet service provider and go to MAC
address update option. one can see their existing laptop / computers MAC address
there. Add the router's MAC address there and save it. This process means that the
router is authorized to use the internet provide by the broadband company.

PART 3 SET-UP: Configuring the Router

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1.Find the IP address of the router. If this is a new installation or new router,
determine the default IP address that may be printed on a label affixed to the router or
in the documentation. If you can’t find the router’s IP address anywhere, you can do a
web search for the router model to see what the default address is.

 IP addresses are formatted as four groups of up to three digits, separated by

periods.
 Commonly found "default" Local IP addresses for routers are 192.168.0.1,
192.168.1.1, 192.168.2.1, 10.0.0.1. Note that all the addresses in the follow
ranges: 192.168.0.0 - 192.168.255.255, 172.16.0.0 - 172.31.255.255 &
10.0.0.0 - 10.255.255.255 have been set aside for exclusive use in a LAN; and
one address in the range of any of them of them would be assigned to the
connected router.

2.Enter your username

and password. In order to
access the configuration
page, you will need to be on
the router's IP address and
enter a valid username and
password at the prompt.
Most routers have a basic
account set up that you will
need to use to log on. This
varies from model to model,
but should be printed on the
router or in the documentation.
 The most typical username is “admin”.
 The most typical passwords are “admin” and “password”.
 Many routers will only require a username and a blank password, and some
allow you to leave all fields blank.
 If you can’t figure out the correct IP address, your username or password,
search for your router model online to see what the default login is. If it has
been changed, press the Reset button on the back of the router for 10 (to 30+
seconds as dictated in the instructions for the router model) to restore factory
defaults and try again.

3.Open the Wireless Settings. When you log in to your router, you will be taken to
the router’s main menu or status screen. There will be several options to choose
from. The Internet section can usually be left at default settings, unless you received

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specific instructions from your internet service provider. The Wireless section will
allow you to set up your wireless network.

4.Enter a name for your

wireless network. In the
Wireless section, you should
see a field labeled SSID or
Name. Enter a unique name for
your wireless network. This is
what other devices will see
when scanning for networks.
 Check the box to enable
SSID broadcast. This
will essentially “turn on” the wireless network so that it may be readily seen
by anyone in range of the signal. *See the Tips section below for additional
information on the SSID setting.
1. Choose a security
method. Choose from
the list of available
security options. For the
best security, choose
WPA2-PSK as the
encryption method. This
is the most difficult
security to crack, and will
give you the most
protection from hackers and intruders.

2. Save your settings. Once you are finished naming and securing your
wireless network, click the Apply or Save button. The changes will be applied
to your router, which may take a few moments. Once the router has finished
resetting, your wireless network will be enabled.

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PART 4 SET-UP: Connecting Your Devices

1. Connect a computer, tablet,

or smartphone to the wireless
network. Scan for the wireless
network with the SSID you
provided above. On any device
that supports wireless networks,
you should see your new
network as long as you are
within range of the router. Select
it and you will be prompted for
the passphrase.

2. Enter your wireless passphrase. Once you enter the passphrase, your device
will be automatically connected to the wireless network. The network will be stored in
your devices memory and will automatically connect whenever you are within range.

 For detailed instructions on selecting and joining a wireless network for your
specific computer, tablet, or smartphone.

3.Connect your other devices. Besides other computers and tablets, you can
connect other devices as well, such as printers, game consoles, TVs and more. See
the following guides for instructions for your specific device.

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IV. ACTIVITIES
Activity 1: MULTIPLE CHOICE HPS: 10 Points
Directions: Write the letter of the correct answer on the provided answer sheet.
1. Which of the following preventative measures allows users to access the network
based on a white list of accepted devices?
A. OFDM C. MAC Filtering
B. FHSS D. Rogue AP Detection
2. Which of the following terms identifies a network based on a given name?
A. DS C. ESS
B. BSS D. SSID
3. Which of these components is internal to a computer and is required to connect the
computer to a network?
A. Hub
B. Switch
C. Wireless Access Point
D. Network Interface card
4. What does SSID stands for?
A. Service Set Identifier
B. System Signal Identifier
C. Signal Station Intercept Device
D. Single Source Interrogative Device
5.Which of these protocols is most secure?
A. WEP
B. WAP
C. WPA
D. WPA2
6. WPA stands for:
A. Wi-Fi Private Access
B. Wi-Fi Protected Access
C. Wireless Private Access
D. Wireless Protection Access
7. Which is NOT a benefit of a wireless network?
A. Cheap - No cables
B. Cables don't restrict movement
C. More reliable than a wired network
D. Less chance of getting tangled cable
8. Which is a disadvantage of a wireless network?
A. Signal can be weak
B. Signal can be too strong
C. Your wireless device can get lost
D. You need a radio to receive signals
9. Which of the following is a drawback of wired networks?
A. Adding more users is easy
B. Devices can move around when they are connected
C. It costs more to install and maintain than a wireless network
D. Health and safety can be affected due to many cables being present

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10. Which of the following is a benefit of a wireless network?
A. It can connect automatically using WAP
B. They are extremely secure and cannot be hacked
C. They are convenient, as you can connect automatically
D. Distance from the WAP makes no difference to signal quality

Activity 2: TRUE or FALSE HPS: 10 Points

Directions: In this activity, give what is asked. Use the provided answer sheet for your
answers. Each question is equivalent to 3 points.
1. An IP address can be routable (global) or non-routable (local).
2. Resources are not held on a central server in crossover networks.
3. A modem directs network traffic based on IP addresses.
4. Internet is a network of interconnected computer networks.
5. In VPN, you can access the Internet anonymously via an encrypted connection to
a server.
6. TCP/IP is responsible for ensuring data packets are transferred quickly and reliably
across a network through a router via the best path.
7. DNS is an internet service that translates alphabetic names into IP addresses.
8. If you want to go wireless, you're going to need a router, which is a networking device that
lets you share your modem's internet connection with all your devices.
9. Modem connects directly to a modem by a cable. This allows it to receive
information from — and transmit information to — the internet.
10. Coaxial cable is used in structured cabling for computer networks such as
Ethernet over twisted pair.

V. EVALUATION: HPS: 15 Points

Directions: Read each statement carefully. Write TRUE if the statement is correct,
and FALSE if the statement is incorrect on your answer sheet.

1. You are the new IT admin, and you need to find the network configuration. What should you
use?
A. cmd C. newnet
B. Ipconfig D. netchange
2. To get the most detailed network configuration, what command should be used?
A. ipconfig C. ipconfig / all
B. ipconfig /renew D. ipconfig /most
3. What command sends a request out and expects a response, indicating that both hosts are
communicating?
A. ping C. tracert
B. ipconfig /renew D. nslookup
4. You want to find out the IP address of a hostname, like google.com. Which of the following
should you use?
A. cmd C. Nslookup
B. Ping D. tracert /ping
5. Which cmd utility is used for remote server management?
A. telnet C. netstat
B. ping D. SSH

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6. The computer is experiencing a network problem. The first thing you do is determine
that the Broadcom Ethernet NIC is working by checking Device Manager. What is the
term used to describe this action?
A. Verify the network adapter C. Verify physical connectivity
B. Verify the IP configuration D. Verify network connectivity
7. You have confirmed that the NIC is active and drivers are good - but you notice that
the Ethernet symbol in the taskbar shows a red X - you find out that the RJ-45 is not
plugged in. You plug it in and the X disappears. Which of the following describes your
action?
A. Verify the network adapter C. Verify physical connectivity
B. Verify the IP configuration D. Verify network connectivity
8. Drivers Good. RJ-45 plugged in. There is a yellow warning sign. You run ipconfig
and discover that the DNS server looks strange. You set the adapter in properties to
obtain DNS server automatically. Which of the following describes your action?
A.Verify the network adapter C. Verify physical connectivity
B.Verify the IP configuration D. Verify network connectivity
9. After confirming drivers, plugging in cable, checking ipconfig (and fixing any issue)
you go to test your connection through the PING command. All tests GOOD. Which of
the following describes the action taken?
A. Verify the network adapter C. Verify physical connectivity
B. Verify the IP configuration D. Verify network connectivity
10. You are given a laptop that "has no internet" - it's older and likely running Windows
XP/Vista. What could be the issue?
A. wireless switch is off C. user typed in bad password
B. WI-FI router failure D. does not have Wi-Fi capabilities
11. A user wants to connect Bluetooth headphones to a laptop when traveling on a
plane. The devices won't connect because of airplane mode. What would you
suggest?
A. connect to Modem C. turn airplane mode off
B. connect to Wi-Fi D. manually turn on Bluetooth
12. A user tries to connect to their home WIFI but keeps getting bad password
messages. The password is rock & roll and is case sensitive. What could be the issue?
A. caps lock on C. shift key stuck
B. wrong SSID D. Wi-Fi adapter bad
13. A user sets up his office in the basement, connects to Wi-Fi and downloads
Chrome. He leaves while it downloads and gets a drink. Upon return, the download
stopped and he was not connected to WIFI anymore. What could be the cause of this
issue?
A. WIFI out of range C. WIFI not wired
B. WIFI password bad D. WI-FI router failure
14. A user sets up a WIFI router in the living area near his cordless telephone and in
direct sunlight. What could be the issue here?
A. no issue C. range issues
B. password issues D. channel interference
15. 21. You are setting up a new AP in an office environment - where is the BEST
place to setup the AP?
A. in the breakroom, near the fire tower
B. in the IT closet on the left side of office
C. in the boss’s office, on the right side of office
D. in the center of the office, near the water cooler

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ADDITIONAL READINGS / AGREEMENT / ASSIGNMENT

Network Connectivity
Network connectivity describes the extensive process of connecting various
parts of a network to one another, for example, through the
use of routers, switches and gateways, and how that
process works.

A network consists of two or more computers that

are linked in order to share resources (such as printers and
CDs), exchange files, or allow electronic communications.
The computers on a network may be linked through
cables, telephone lines, radio waves, satellites, or infrared
light beams.

Two very common types of networks include:

 Local Area Network (LAN)

 Wide Area Network (WAN)

A Local Area Network (LAN) is a

network that is confined to a relatively
small area. It is generally limited to a
geographic area such as a writing lab,
school, or building.

Computers connected to a network

are broadly categorized as servers or
workstations. Servers are generally not
used by humans directly, but rather run
continuously to provide "services" to the
other computers (and their human users) on the network. Services provided can
include printing and faxing, software hosting, file storage and sharing, messaging, data
storage and retrieval, complete access control (security) for the network's resources,
and many others.

Workstations are called such because they typically do have a human user
which interacts with the network through them. Workstations were traditionally
considered a desktop, consisting of a computer, keyboard, display, and mouse, or a
laptop, with integrated keyboard, display, and touchpad. With the advent of the tablet
computer, and the touch screen devices such as iPad and iPhone, our definition of
workstation is quickly evolving to include those devices, because of their ability to
interact with the network and utilize network services.

Servers tend to be more powerful than workstations, although configurations

are guided by needs. For example, a group of servers might be located in a secure

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area, away from humans, and only accessed through the network. In such cases, it
would be common for the servers to operate without a dedicated display or keyboard.
However, the size and speed of the server's processor(s), hard drive, and main
memory might add dramatically to the cost of the system. On the other hand, a
workstation might not need as much storage or working memory, but might require an
expensive display to accommodate the needs of its user. Every computer on a network
should be appropriately configured for its use.

On a single LAN, computers and servers may be connected by cables or

wirelessly. Wireless access to a wired network is made possible by wireless access
points (WAPs). These WAP devices provide a bridge between computers and
networks. A typical WAP might have the theoretical capacity to connect hundreds or
even thousands of wireless users to a network, although practical capacity might be
far less.

Nearly always servers will be connected by cables to the network, because the
cable connections remain the fastest. Workstations which are stationary (desktops)
are also usually connected by a cable to the network, although the cost of wireless
adapters has dropped to the point that, when installing workstations in an existing
facility with inadequate wiring, it can be easier and less expensive to use wireless for
a desktop.

Wide Area Networks (WANs) connect networks in larger geographic areas,

such as Florida, the United States, or the world. Dedicated transoceanic cabling or
satellite uplinks may be used to connect this type of global network.

Using a WAN, schools in Florida can communicate with places like Tokyo in a
matter of seconds, without paying enormous phone bills. Two users a half-world apart
with workstations equipped with microphones and a webcams might teleconference in
real time. A WAN is complicated. It uses multiplexers, bridges, and routers to connect
local and metropolitan networks to global communications networks like the Internet.
To users, however, a WAN will not appear to be much different than a LAN.

DIAGRAM NETWORK CONNECTIVITY

HOW TO STEP BY STEP NETWORK CONNECTIVITY

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FIRST : CONNECT CABLE MODEM TO ROUTER

SECOND: CONNECT NETWORK CABLE TO ROUTER

THIRD : CONNECT ROUTER TO SWITCH HUB

FOURTH: CONNECT SWITCH HUB TO PATCH PANEL

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FIFTH: CONNECT PATCH PANEL TO 2 SYSTEMS UNIT

Please answer the following questions. Write your answers on the provided answer
sheet.
1. What does configure network settings mean?

2. How do you configure network?

3. How do you access modem settings?

4. Why configure the router?

5. How do you configure router after resetting?

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 VI. ANSWER KEY

Activity 1: Multiple Choice

1. A 5. D 9. D
2. B 6. A 10. A
3. B 7. B
4. A 8. C

Activity 2: True or False

1. IP address
2. Peer-to-Peer Networks
3. Router
4. Internet
5. VPN
6. TCP/IP
7. DNS
8. Modem
9. Wireless router
10. Category 5 (Cat 5)

Additional Reading (5 Questions)

1.What does configuring network settings mean?

Network configuration is the process of assigning network settings, policies, flows, and
controls. In a virtual network, it's easier to make network configuration changes
because physical network devices appliances are replaced by software, removing the
need for extensive manual configuration.

2. How do you configure network?

Step 1: Click Start and then click Network. ...
Step 1: In Network and Sharing Center, click Manage Network Connections.
Step 1: In Network Connections, right-click the connection you want to work with and
then click Status. ...
Step 1: Click Details to view detailed information about the IP address configuration
3.How do you access modem settings?

First try connecting your computer to the modem using a network cable. Open your
Internet browser e.g. Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, Safari, etc. and enter the IP
address of your D-Link modem in the address bar: http://192.168.1.1. This should
open the login page for your modem's configuration pages.

4. How do you configure router?

Router setup steps
Step 1: Decide where to place the router. ...
Step 2: Connect to the Internet. ...
Step 3: Configure the wireless router gateway. ...
Step 4: Connect gateway to router. ...
Step 5: Use app or web dashboard. ...
Step 6: Create a username and password. ...
Step 7: Update the router's firmware. ...

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Step 8: Create a Wi-Fi password.

5. How do you configure router after resetting?

After pressing the Reset button, unplug and re-plug the router's power adapter. NOTE:
The Power LED of the router will keep on blinking for a few seconds after resetting as
it is still trying to stabilize. However, if the Power light still isn't solid after a minute,
power cycle the router.

VII. REFERENCES
https://www.techopedia.com/definition/25766/network-configuration
https://www.pcworld.com/article/249185/how-to-set-up-a-wireless-router.html
https://its.ucsc.edu/resnet/docs/router-configuration.html
https://sea.pcmag.com/wireless-routers/2887/how-to-set-up-and-optimize-your-
wireless-router-for-the-best-wi-fi-performance
https://www.metageek.com/training/resources/change-wireless-router-settings.html

Subject Teacher: ____________________________

Contact Number: ____________________________

Prepared by:

Name: VINCENT C. BENIGA

School: Talisay City National High School
Contact No: 09668196541

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Control No. __________ TLE 12 CSS Week 2

Name: ___________________________________________________________
Year & Sec: ___________________________ Contact No: __________
School: _________________________________________________________
Teacher: _________________________________________________________

ACTIVITY 1: Multiple Choice

1. __________ 4. __________ 7. __________ 10. __________

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ACTIVITY 1: True or False

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ADDITIONAL READINGS / AGREEMENT / ASSIGNMENT

Please answer the following questions in the provided answer sheet.

1. What does configure network settings mean?
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2. Why How do you configure network?

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