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The document provides instructions on how to create a visual and ASCII representation of a network topology using Cisco Packet Tracer. It outlines steps for exporting a visual diagram as an image and offers a textual approximation of the layout based on a provided screenshot. Additionally, it includes tips for ensuring accuracy in IP addresses, interface labeling, and adding VLAN or routing information.

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The document provides instructions on how to create a visual and ASCII representation of a network topology using Cisco Packet Tracer. It outlines steps for exporting a visual diagram as an image and offers a textual approximation of the layout based on a provided screenshot. Additionally, it includes tips for ensuring accuracy in IP addresses, interface labeling, and adding VLAN or routing information.

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Below you’ll find two representations of the topology you shared in your screenshot:

1. A Visual Diagram (How to Export from Packet Tracer)

2. An ASCII/Textual Diagram (Approximate Layout)

Because I don’t have the exact Packet Tracer file to read each device’s details precisely, the ASCII
diagram below is a best-guess approximation based on your screenshot. You can adjust IP addresses or
labels as needed to match your actual configuration.

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1. Visual Diagram

To extract or recreate the diagram as an image from Packet Tracer:

1. Open your Assignment in Packet Tracer

Launch Cisco Packet Tracer and open your Assignment.pkt file.

2. Adjust the View


Zoom out or move devices so the entire topology is visible on screen.

3. Take a Screenshot

On Windows: Press Print Screen or use the built-in Snipping Tool to capture the visible topology.

On macOS: Press Command + Shift + 4 to select the region containing your network.

4. Save as an Image

Paste the screenshot into an image editor (e.g., Paint on Windows or Preview on macOS) and save it as a
PNG or JPEG.

You can then share or embed that image in your documentation or reports.

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2. ASCII/Textual Diagram (Approximation)


From your screenshot, it looks like there are four facilities (each with multiple PCs) connected via two
central devices (often routers) linked by a red serial or Ethernet connection in the middle. Below is an
example of how that might look in a textual diagram. You can rename devices or update IP addresses to
match your exact setup.

┌─────────────────────────────────┐

│ Engineering & Facility (e.g. │

│ 192.168.4.0/24) │

PC1 ---- │ │

PC2 ---- │ Switch/Router E (192.168.4.1) │

PC3 ---- │ │

PC4 ---- │ │

PC5 ---- └─────────────────────────────────┘

| (e.g. 192.168.6.x)

┌──────────────────────┐

│ Router A │

│ (e.g. 192.168.7.2) │

└──────────────────────┘

(Red link: 192.168.7.0/24)

┌──────────────────────┐

│ Router B │

│ (e.g. 192.168.7.1) │

└──────────────────────┘
|

| (e.g. 192.168.8.x)

┌─────────────────────────────────┐

│ Health & Safety Facility │

│ (e.g. 192.168.8.0/24) │

PC1 ---- │ │

PC2 ---- │ Switch/Router H (192.168.8.1) │

PC3 ---- │ │

PC4 ---- │ │

PC5 ---- └─────────────────────────────────┘

You also have two more facilities (bottom-left and bottom-right in your screenshot). They would attach
similarly to Router A and Router B, each with their own subnet and set of PCs. For instance:

(Bottom-Left) HR & Security Facility

------------------------------------

PC1 --\

PC2 -- Switch/Router HR (192.168.5.1) -- 192.168.5.x

PC3 --/

PC4 --\

PC5 --/

(Bottom-Right) Business & Continuous Facility

---------------------------------------------

PC1 --\
PC2 -- Switch/Router BC (192.168.9.1) -- 192.168.9.x

PC3 --/

PC4 --\

PC5 --/

Then each facility’s router/switch would connect up to Router A or Router B on a unique


interface/subnet (for example, 192.168.6.0/24 on the left side, 192.168.8.0/24 on the right side,
192.168.5.0/24 for bottom-left, 192.168.9.0/24 for bottom-right, etc.).

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Tips for Accuracy

Match IP Addresses:

Replace the example IPs (192.168.x.x) with the exact subnets and gateway addresses from your Packet
Tracer file.

Label Interfaces:

In Packet Tracer, each router interface is typically labeled GigabitEthernet0/0, GigabitEthernet0/1, etc.
You can annotate those in the ASCII diagram for clarity.

Add VLAN or Routing Info (if applicable):

If your assignment includes VLANs or routing protocols (like OSPF/EIGRP), you might note them next to
each router.
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That’s it!

With these steps and the example ASCII layout, you can produce both a screenshot image from Packet
Tracer (the visual diagram) and a text-based representation of your network topology. If you need
further clarification or more detail on any part of the design.

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