Network Installation

 Network Design

• Analyze existing infrastructure
• Evaluate the technology budget
• Research current and future technologies
• Perform cost benefit analysis and Return on Investment (ROI) analysis
• Assess the most appropriate network for business --process improvement to meet organization goals
• Plan for network capacity based on number of users and system requirements
• Plan for expansion of network
• Develop network topology and architecture

 Hardware Installation

• Install network hardware: servers, routers, switches, hubs, bridges, wireless networking
• Install data protection systems redundant array of independent disks (RAID), and tape backup systems)
• Set up storage racks to hold network hardware (servers, routers, switches)

 Software Installation

• Migrate operating systems (OS), applications, hardware, drivers
• Install software: operating systems (OS), email server, database server, web server, file transfer protocol (FTP), internet faxing
• Install network security: firewalls,demilitarized zone(DMZ)virtual LAN(VLAN),intrusion detection system (IDS), anti-virus software,secure socket layer (SSL)
• Install network services: domain controllers, file and print, domain name system (DNS), dynamic host configuration protocol (DECK), windows internet naming service (WINS), proxy servers  

 Inspection and Documentation

• Perform a  inspection on every component of the network (cables, connections, etc.)
• Develop network layouts and wiring diagrams