Lab Tools for IT E
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Gratitude Kudyachete,
catcmanager@ssacatc.co.za
Manager - SSA CATC
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Session Objectives
Packet Tracer is integrated throughout the CCNA
curricula and can be used in CCNA Security as well.
Now you have PT Activities for the ITE course.
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Learn about Lab tools that are available in IT E
4.1
Learn how to use the basic functions of Packet
Tracer to begin using Packet Tracer in your classroom.
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Agenda
 Virtual Learning tools
 New Version of ITE PC
 Overview of Cisco Packet Tracer
 Using PT in ITE PC
 PT Resources
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Virtual Learning
Tools
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Virtual Learning Tools
 Two standalone tools are provided with the curriculum
Virtual Desktop
Virtual Laptop
 Designed to supplement classroom learning and
provide interactive learning opportunities
 Both provide a virtual “hands-on” experience where
physical equipment access is limited
 Enable students to virtually disassemble and
reassemble desktops and laptops
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The Three Modes(Virtual Laptop)
Learn Mode
Step-by-step instructions for
removing and installing
components
Self-check for
understanding
Test Mode
Explore Mode
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Information about many
laptop features and
components
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Learn Mode: Underside Layer
Components in the
Underside Layer
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Learn Mode: Show Instructions
For step-by-step
instructions
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New Version of
ITE PC
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ITE: PC Hardware and Software v4.1
 A comprehensive overview of computer hardware
and software with an introduction to advanced
concepts
 Integrates virtual learning tools and Cisco Packet
Tracer activities to supplement classroom learning
and provide an interactive “hands-on” experience
 Designed for students pursuing careers in IT and
wanting practical knowledge of how a computer
works
 No changes to equipment bundle or PC
requirements
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What’s New in Version 4.1
 New and updated content including:
New hardware technology
New OS information (Vista)
More troubleshooting skills
Increased network application skills
Increased wireless and security skills
Reported errors in prior version corrected
 Addition of Cisco Packet Tracer activities
Packet Tracer’s rich simulation environment allows students to explore,
experiment, and develop problem solving and troubleshooting skills
 ITE: PC Hardware & Software v4.1 is available as from
March 2010
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Packet Tracer
Overview
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What is Cisco Packet Tracer?
 Comprehensive networking technology teaching and
learning software developed by Cisco Networking
Academy
 Offers a unique combination of realistic simulation and
visualization experiences, complex assessment and
activity authoring capabilities, and opportunities for
multiuser collaboration and competition
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Key E-Learning Component
 Learning theories stress early hands-on experiences
 Key components of Networking Academy e-learning strategy
include
In-person, hands-on labs with real equipment
Online curriculum and assessment
Cisco Packet Tracer
Instructor
Collaboration Tools
 Learning cycles alternating both Packet Tracer activities and inperson, hands-on lab experiences with real equipment are a best
practice for teaching CCNA-level networking to beginners
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Overview PPT Presentation
Available on Packet Tracer Resource page of Academy
Connection
 Cisco Packet Tracer Overview
 Packet Tracker Key Features
 Packet Tracer 5.2
 Packet Tracer Key Benefits
 Summary
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Packet Tracer 5.2
 New features relevant to ITE PC
A new laptop device
Improved Linksys models
Wireless Security
 To download PT 5.2 and more, go to
PT Resource page on Academy
Connection by selecting PT banner
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Creating and
Arranging Devices
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Create the Devices
To create a device:
1. Click the
Select tool, if
necessary.
4. Click on the
workspace.
2. Choose a
device type.
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3. Choose
a device.
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Common Tools
The Common Tools bar includes:
Select tool for selecting
Move tool for moving the entire
topology
Note tool for adding notes
anywhere on the topology
Delete tool for removing devices
and links
Resize tool for changing the size
of devices in Physical View
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Some Tips
A Few Tips:
You can create multiple instances of the
same device by holding down the CTRL
key when selecting the device to add to
the workspace.
Cancel creating multiple devices by
clicking on it again or another tool. Also,
the ESC key will cancel any action.
Multiple devices can be selected at one
time using the select tool and dragging a
box around the desired devices.
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Connecting
Devices
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Smart Connection
To connect devices:
4. Click on the
first device.
1. Click the Select
tool, if necessary.
5. Click on the
second device.
2. Choose the
Connection icon.
3. Choose the Smart
Connection icon.
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Port Status
Red indicates
that the link is
down.
Remember that the default state of a
router interface is “shutdown”.
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Viewing Port Labels
Mouse over the connection to
see which ports Packet
Tracer selected when making
the Smart Connection.
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Port Label Options and Other Options
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Clustering Devices
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Connect to a Device Within a Cluster
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Configuring
Devices
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Configure the PC Gateway
Click on a PC and then
click on the Config tab
to configure it.
Under GLOBAL Settings, you
can change the PC Name and
enter the gateway IP Address.
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Configure the PC IP Address
Click on FastEthernet
under INTERFACE to
configure the IP Address
and Subnet Mask.
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Add Notes
Click on Note tool button
to add notes to the
topology.
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Network Description
Click on “I” icon to add a
Network Description.
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Save Your Configurations and File
Save your file by selecting
File…Save
Save your router configs
by clicking the NVRAM
Save button.
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Verifying
Connectivity
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Verifying Connectivity
 There are several ways to verify connectivity in Packet
Tracer.
 In Realtime mode, open a command prompt from the
PC desktop and issue a ping just as you would in the
classroom with real equipment.
 In Simulation Mode, create a simulation that allows you
to open up the packet at different points along the path
to view how the device is processing the packet.
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Verifying in Realtime Mode
In Realtime mode, select Desktop
from the tabbed interface. Click the
Command Prompt icon to open a
command prompt from the PC.
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Ping the Gateway
Issue a ping to the Gateway.
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Using PT in
ITE PC
 ITE_PC_8_12_2_Setting_Up_Home_Network.doc
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8.12.2 Setting Up Home Network
 ITE_PC_8_12_2_Setting_Up_Home_Network.doc
 ITE_PC_8_12_2_Setting_Up_Home_ Network.pka
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Packet Tracer
Resources
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Resources to Remember
 PT Help Contents
 PT embedded Tutorials
 PT Online Resources
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Packet Tracer Discussion Forum
 Access the global instructor community for questions,
discussions, collaboration, and activity sharing
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