Requirements
This section discusses the requirements needed for deployment.
Author's Disclaimer
Due to limited domain knowledge and expertise in Networking, the following documentation is based on my amateur personal experience, web search information and AI knowledge (ChatGPT). Contact me for more information iragca@pm.me.
Artifacts
| Item |
Description |
Reference |
| Network diagrams |
Visual representation of the network layout, devices, and connections |
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| Map overlay of WiFi service range |
Shows WiFi coverage areas and distribution of hubs/switches |
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Network
| Item |
Description |
Reference |
| Bandwidth |
How much bandwidth needed at router, and access points, including minimum and maximum |
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| Latency |
How fast the network needs to move data |
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| Needed Hardware |
Switches, racks, power supplies |
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Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
| Item |
Description |
Reference |
| Safety gloves |
Protect hands during installation and handling of equipment |
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| Flashlight |
Provides visibility in low-light installation areas |
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| Item |
Description |
Reference |
| Crimper |
Used to terminate Ethernet cables with RJ45 connectors |
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| Wire stripper |
Removes insulation from cables without damaging conductors |
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| Ladder |
Allows safe access to elevated mounting locations |
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| Electro-static discharge (ESD) wrist strap |
Prevents static damage to sensitive networking equipment |
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| Electric drill |
Used for drilling holes to mount routers or access points |
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| Base plates |
Provide stable mounting surfaces for mounted devices |
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| Screwdrivers |
Used to fasten and secure mounting hardware |
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Networking Hardware
| Item |
Description |
Reference |
| Router |
Core device that routes traffic between networks |
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| Access Points |
Provide wireless connectivity to client devices |
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| Power over Ethernet cable |
Supplies power and data through a single Ethernet cable |
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| Fiber optic cables |
Used for high-speed and long-distance data transmission, multi-mode SFP for ~500m radius networks |
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=550HWsV4-_Q |
| RJ45 connectors |
Connectors used to terminate Ethernet cables |
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| UTP cable |
Unshielded twisted pair cable for Ethernet networking |
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| Electrical socket |
Power source for networking equipment |
https://s.lazada.com.ph/s.D0Ufz |
| Electrical wire |
Used to deliver electrical power to equipment |
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| Fiber Optic Splicer |
Used to fuse two ends of fibers |
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| Fiber Optic Cleaver |
Used to cleanly cut the fibers |
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| Fiber Optic Stripper |
Used to strip the insulation of a fiber optic wire |
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200m to cover theoretical distance + 50m slack should be allocated for each access point.
| Item |
Description |
Reference |
| Velcro / zip ties |
Organize, bundle, and secure cables |
Lazada |
| Labeler |
Labels cables and equipment for easier identification |
Lazada |
Testing
| Item |
Description |
Reference |
| Cable tester |
Checks cable continuity, wiring order, and faults |
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| Laptop / Phone |
Used for configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics |
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| WiFi analyzer |
Measures signal strength, coverage, and interference. Can be an app on the phone or a dedicated device. |
https://wifiman.com/ |