Questions and Answers
What is the first step to configure a static IP address on a device?
Which of the following IP addresses is safe to assign as a static IP within the given DHCP range?
What should the subnet mask be when configuring a static IP address as described?
If a local DNS server is not available, which DNS can be used instead?
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What command is suggested to verify the configuration settings of a network adapter?
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What is the purpose of configuring the Speed & Duplex setting in the network adapter properties?
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What is the typical default configuration for the Speed & Duplex setting?
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Why is it recommended to use a naming convention for hostnames?
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What action should be taken after changing the hostname of a PC?
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Where can you find the status of your network adapter in Windows?
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What does the DHCP-provided IP address indicate?
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What is a benefit of enabling jumbo frames on a network?
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What does the link speed of 1 gigabit (1000 Mbps) indicate?
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Study Notes
Configuring Networking on a Windows PC
- Networking can be configured on both workstations and laptops.
Hardware Settings for the Network Adapter
- Access Device Manager through a right-click on the Start menu to view installed devices.
- Focus on the wired Ethernet adapter under Network Adapters for settings.
- Device status can reveal issues with the Ethernet adapter.
- Adjust settings under the Advanced tab:
- Jumbo Frame: Enable if the network uses jumbo frames.
- Speed & Duplex: Options to fix speed on the network card (e.g., 1.0 Gbps Full Duplex) are available, though typically set to Auto Negotiation for automatic adjustment.
Hostname Configuration
- The hostname serves as the DNS name linked to the system's IP address.
- Change the hostname by right-clicking on the Start button, selecting System, and navigating to the About section.
- Renaming involves entering a new name, clicking Next, and rebooting the PC.
- Naming conventions should ideally reflect the department and a unique identifier for location clarity.
TCP/IP Properties for the Network Adapter
- Access additional networking settings from the Settings window under Network & Internet.
- Check Ethernet settings for:
- DHCP-provided IP address and link speed (1 Gbps equals 1000 Mbps).
- For a static IP address:
- Select Manual under Edit and choose IPv4.
- Set an IP outside the DHCP range (192.168.30.100 to 192.168.30.130); an example is 192.168.30.140.
- Subnet mask is 255.255.255.0, and the Gateway is 192.168.30.1.
- Use DNS server 192.168.30.150 or Google's DNS (8.8.8.8) if no onsite DNS exists.
- Save configurations carefully, and consider consulting a network administrator for unfamiliar settings.
Verification of Configuration
- Use Command Prompt (cmd) and execute
ipconfig /allto view Ethernet adapter configuration. - Verify that all manual settings are correct.
- Test internet functionality by navigating to a website, confirming successful DNS and internet connectivity.
- Additional internal or external connectivity tests can be performed depending on the network configuration.
Summary
- Demonstrated how to configure networking settings on a Windows PC.
- Covered hardware settings, hostname establishment, and TCP/IP property configurations for effective network management.
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