HARDWARE AND

NETWORKING SERVICE
LEVEL-I
Module Title: -
Identifying and Using
Network Hand Tools
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 Introduction to the Module
This module is designed to meet the industry requirement under
maintaining equipment, software inventories and documentation
occupational standard, particularly for the unit of competency

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 This module covers the units:

Basic Network Overview

Identification and Uses of basic Network hand-tools

Work with others

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 Learning Objective of the Module
Know Basic Network Overview

Identify and Use basic Network hand-tools

Apply Work with others

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 Unit one: Basic Network overview
A network is a group of computers that are connected to share
hardware and software.
The group can be as small and simple as two computers and a
printer set up in a house or as large and complex as thousands
of computers and hundreds of printers and other devices.
In order for the computers to communicate with each other,
they must share three elements: a network media and
topology, a protocol, and a software client or service
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 Cont.…
Topology is refers to the arrangement or physical layout of
computers, cables, and other components on the network.
"Topology" is the standard term that most network
professionals use when they refer to the network's basic
design.
Protocol is rule by which two or more devices interconnect
each other on a network
Network media refers to the communication channels
used to interconnect nodes
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 Fig.1.1.1 Networks of computers

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 1.2 Identifying Types of Network
A computer network is a group of computers linked to
each other that enables the computer to communicate
with another computer and share their resources, data,
and applications.
A computer network can be categorized by their size.

A computer network is mainly of four types

Fig.1.2.1 Types of network

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 LAN(Local Area Network)
Local Area Network is a group of computers connected to each other in a
small area such as building, office.
LAN is used for connecting two or more personal computers through a
communication medium such as twisted pair, coaxial cable, etc.
It is less costly as it is built with inexpensive hardware such as hubs,
network adapters, and Ethernet cables.
The data is transferred at an extremely faster rate in Local Area Network.

Local Area Network provides higher security.

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 Fig.1.2.2 Local area network
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 PAN(Personal Area Network)

Personal Area Network is a network arranged within an

individual person, typically within a range of 10 meters.
Personal Area Network is used for connecting the
computer devices of personal use is known as Personal
Area Network.
Thomas Zimmerman was the first research scientist
to bring the idea of the Personal Area Network.
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Personal Area Network covers an area of 30 feet.

Personal computer devices that are used to develop the

personal area network are the laptop, mobile phones,
media player and play stations.

Fig.1.2.3 Personal area network

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 There are two types of Personal Area Network:
Wired Personal Area Network

Wireless Personal Area Network

• Fig.1.2.4 Types of personal area network

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 Wireless Personal Area Network:
Wireless Personal Area Network: Wireless Personal
Area Network is developed by simply using wireless
technologies such as WiFi, Bluetooth.
 It is a low range network.

Wired Personal Area Network: Wired Personal Area

Network is created by using the USB.

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 MAN (Metropolitan Area Network)

A metropolitan area network is a network that covers a

larger geographic area by interconnecting a different
LAN to form a larger network.
Government agencies use MAN to connect to the
citizens and private industries.
In MAN, various LANs are connected to each other
through a telephone exchange line.
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 Cont.…

The most widely used protocols in MAN are RS-232,

Frame Relay, ATM, ISDN, OC-3, ADSL, etc.
It has a higher range than Local Area Network(LAN).

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 Uses of Metropolitan Area Network:
MAN is used in communication between the banks in a
city.
It can be used in an Airline Reservation.

It can be used in a college within a city.

It can also be used for communication in the military.

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 WAN(Wide Area Network)
A Wide Area Network is a network that extends over a
large geographical area such as states or countries.
A Wide Area Network is quite bigger network than the
LAN.
A Wide Area Network is not limited to a single location,
but it spans over a large geographical area through a
telephone line, fibre optic cable or satellite links.

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 Cont.…

The internet is one of the biggest WAN in the world.

A Wide Area Network is widely used in the field of

Business, government, and education.

Fig.1.2.6 Wide area network

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 Examples of Wide Area Network:
 Mobile Broadband: A 4G network is widely used across
a region or country.

Last mile: A telecom company is used to provide the

internet services to the customers in hundreds of cities by
connecting their home with fiber.
Private network: A bank provides a private network that
connects the 44 offices. This network is made by using the
telephone leased line provided by the telecom company.

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 1.3 Identifying Forms of Ethernet Cables
When talking about cable pinouts, we often get
questions as to the difference in Straight-through,
Crossover, and Rollover wiring of cables and
the intended use for each type of cable.

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 1.3.1 Straight through
straight-Through refers to cables that have the pin
assignments on each end of the cable.
In other words, Pin 1 connector A goes to Pin 1 on
connector B, Pin 2 to Pin 2, etc.
Straight-Through wired cables are most commonly used
to connect a host to a client.

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 Cont.…
When we talk about cat5e patch cables, the Straight-
Through wired cat5e patch
cable is used to connect computers, printers, and other
network client devices to the router switch or hub (the
host device in this instance).

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Wire pins for cable end A Wire pins for cable end B

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 1.3.2 Crossover Wired Cables

Crossover wired cables (commonly called crossover

cables) are very much like Straight-Through cables with
the exception that TX and RX lines are crossed (they are
at opposite positions on either end of the cable.

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 1.3.3 Rollover Wired Cables
Rollover wired cables, most commonly called rollover
cables, have opposite Pin assignments on each end of the
cable or, in other words, it is "rolled over." Pin 1 of
connector A would be connected to Pin 8 of connector B.
Rollover cables, sometimes referred to as Yost cables are
most commonly used to connect to a device's console
port to make programming changes to the device.

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 Cont.…
Unlike crossover and straight-wired cables, rollover cables are not intended

to carry data but instead create an interface with the device.

Wire pins for cable end A Wire pins for cable end B

Pin 1 Pin 8
Pin 2 Pin 7
Pin 3 Pin 6
Pin 4 Pin 5
Pin 5 Pin 4
Pin 6 Pin 3
Pin 7 Pin 2
Pin 8 Pin 1
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 Crimping Rj-45 on UTP cables
Prepare UTP, RJ45 jack and crimping tool.

Cut the rubber cover of the UTP cable by using the

crimping tool and twisting it, be sure not to cut the
cable lines.
Arrange the pairs according to the color standard for a
cross over cable

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 Cont.…
After arranging make sure that the edges of the cables
are straight and by cutting it using the crimping tool.
Insert the cables to the RJ45 jack and make sure that it is
arranged according to the standard. Double check the
cable before crimping.
Insert the rubber/plastic insulator of the UTP to the RJ45
jack and include it in crimping for better connection and
added protection to the cable
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 Fig 1.3.1 Crimping a network cable
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 Unit two: Identification and Uses of
basic Network hand-tools
• 2.1 Use Network Hand Tools

Hand tools are the essential allies of the networking

professionals. If you have a wide range of insulated
tools, you will be able to rest easy in the knowledge that
no jobs will be too difficult.
 Here are a few of the essential insulated hand tools
you need in the ultimate networking toolkit:
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 Fig.2.1 Network toolkit

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 Cont.…
This tool helps you efficiently connect wiring in patch
panels and/or keystones.
Once you add this item to your toolkit, you will be
amazed that you were ever able to go without it.
While all of these tools make life easier for a
networking professional, it can be difficult to amass a
collection of quality hand tools one by one.
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 2.1.1 Identify Appropriate Network
Hand Tools, Power Tools and functions
Testing Equipment
In addition to hand tools and carrying equipment, you will need
the critical testing equipment that ensures network reliability.
More broadly, the network cable tester helps you test for:

Continuity

Short Circuits

Crosstalk and Crossed Pairs

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 Network tester
A network tester is a device used to test the strength
and connectivity of a particular type of cable or other
wired assemblies.

Fig 2.1.1 Network tester

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 Crimper
A crimping tool is a device used to conjoin two pieces of
metal by deforming one or both of them to hold each
other.
The result of the tool's work is called a crimp.

This tool is used to attach the connectors to the cable.

Typically, this tool also includes a wire-cutter and wire-

stripper.

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Fig. 2.1.1.3 network crimper

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 Wire Cutter
To cut the network cable of the required length from the
bundle, you can use any standard wire cutter tool or can
use a wire cutter tool that is specially designed for the
twisted-pair cable.
A twisted-pair wire cutter usually includes additional
blades for stripping the wire.

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 Wire Stripper
This tool is used to remove the outer and inner jackets
of the network cable. Typically, you do not need to
purchase this tool separately as all standard twisted-
pair wire cutters are equipped with wire-strippers.
The following image shows two twisted-pair wire cutter
tools equipped with wire-strippers.

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 Power tool
A power tool is a tool that is actuated by an additional
power source and mechanism other than the solely
manual labor used with hand tools.
The most common types of power tools use electric
motors.
Some of the functions given by power tools are:
grinding, drilling, air pressure, joining and fixing... so on
• Fig. 2.1.1.5 Power tool
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 MultiMater
A digital mustimeter is a test tool used to measure two
or more electrical values—principally voltage (volts),
current (amps) and resistance (ohms).
It is a standard diagnostic tool for technicians in the
electrical/electronic industries.

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 Punch down tool
It is also called a krone tool, is a hand tool used to
connect telecommunications and network wires to a
patch panel, punch down block, keystone module, or
surface mount box.
The "punch down" part of the name comes from
punching a wire into place using an impact action.
Fig. 2.1.1.7 tonner probe

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 2.3 Work with others
Workplace relationships are crucial for improving
individual performance and creating a useful and
interesting work environment.
Each team member has a responsibility to ensure these
relationships work for mutual benefit.
To create successful workplace relationships,
individuals should be aware of five critical activities and
be prepared to implement
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 There are five critical activities that anyone creating a workplace
relationship needs to be aware of - and be prepared to put into
practice.
Show Commitment
Be Interested in Others
Create Trust
Smile like you mean it
Make lunch time social time.
Know your limits.

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 2.3.1 Seek assistance from workgroup
Professionals can support their teams through
encouraging behavior and practices.
You can follow these 15 tips to achieve a more
productive and satisfactory work environment:
Communicate often
Provide learning opportunities
Encourage coworkers to assume responsibilities
Allow coworkers to express their ideas
 Prioritize tasks
Be open-minded
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 Cont…
Offer praise and feedback
Consider offering consistent praise and feedback to
your team members.
Develop your emotional intelligence skills
Emotional intelligence skills can help you recognize and
manage your own and others' emotions.
Take breaks
Taking breaks with your coworkers can provide a time
for much-needed relaxation and socialization.

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