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QUARTER

3 COMPUTER SYSTEM
SERVICING

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 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGIONAL OFFICE NO. VIII (EASTERN VISAYAS)
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF EASTERN SAMAR
Provincial Capitol Site, Brgy. Alang-Alang, Borongan City

Learning Activity Sheet in Computer Systems Servicing NC II

Name:_______________________________________________ Score: _______

Grade/Section: ________________________________________ Date: _______

Network Materials, Tools and Testing Devices

OBJECTIVES

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 1. Recognize the network materials to use.
2. Classify the uses network tools and testing device.
3. Appreciate the importance of network materials, tools and testing devices.

DISCUSSION
Network materials
1. Twisted-pair cable - are cables that are specifically used in networking.

https://www.e-tesda.gov.ph/pluginfile.php/115715/mod_book/chapter/1851/utpcablexx.jpg

2. RJ45 - a connector attached to the end of a twisted-pair cable.

https://www.amazon.in/Belkin-RJ45-Plug-Pack-R6G088-50/dp/B000A6LDOQ

3. Modular jack - a unique locking system that prevents accidental unplugging

resulting from shock and vibration.

https://shopee.ph/AMP-CAT5E-IO-JACK-Keystone-or-Modular-Jack-i.25342931.307393053

Network tools and Testing device

1. Crimping tool - this is a special tool used to cut, hold, and attach and RJ45 jack
to the end of the cable.

https://www.desertcart.in/products/52136849-tnp-rj-45-crimper-network-cable-crimping

2. Wire Cutter and Stripper - use to cut and strip for matching different cable
sizes.

https://bargainindustries.com/products/32617736114

3. Punch down tool - use to connect network wires to a patch panel and modular
jack.

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 https://lextec.com/product/110-punch-down-tool

4. LAN Tester - an electronic device used to verify the connections in a signal cable
assembly.

https://shopee.ph/network-cable-tester(lan-tester)-i.158572255.252038997

The basic network cabling tools are crimping tool, punch down tool and LAN tester.
The network materials are twisted pair cable, Rj45 and modular jack. The
importance of networking tools is to allow easier troubleshooting, administering and
fixing a network by providing effective support through suites of software or
functions.

ACTIVITY 1
A. Direction: Read each statement below carefully. Write T if the statement is
TRUE. Write F if the statement is FALSE.
______1. Modular jack is a unique locking system that prevents accidental
unplugging resulting from shock and vibration.
______2. Crimping tool is a special tool used to cut, hold, and strip network cable.
______3. RJ23 is a connector attached to the end of a twisted-pair cable.
______4. Punch down tool is use to connect network wires to a modular jack.
______5. Twisted-pair are cables that are specifically used in networking.

B. Direction: Read each statement carefully. Write the letter of the correct answer.
____1. A tool use to connect network wires to a patch panel and modular jack.
a. Crimping tool c. Punch down tool

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 b. LAN tester d. Wire stripper
____2. A unique locking system that prevents accidental unplugging resulting from
shock and vibration.
a. Modular jack c. Network cable
b. RJ45 d. Twisted pair cable
____3. This electronic device used to verify the connections in a signal cable
assembly.
a. Crimping tool c. Punch down tool
b. LAN tester d. Wire stripper
____4. A connector attached to the end of a twisted-pair cable.
a. Modular jack c. Network cable
b. RJ45 d. Twisted pair cable
____5. This is a special tool used to cut, hold, and attach and RJ45 jack to the end
of the cable.
a. Crimping tool c. Punch down tool
b. LAN tester d. Wire stripper

ACTIVITY 2
A. Direction: Read and answer the following questions carefully in two to three
sentences each number.
1. What are the importance of network materials, tools and testing devices?
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________

2. Cite a situation in which you can apply the knowledge of network materials, tools
and testing devices.
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________

B. Direction: Complete the crossword by filling in a word that fits each clue.
Across:
2. an electronic device used to verify the connections in a signal cable assembly.
4. use to strip for matching different cable sizes.

Down:
1. a unique locking system that prevents accidental unplugging resulting from shock
and vibration.
3. use to connect network wires to a patch panel and modular jack.
5. cables that are specifically used in networking.
6. a special tool used to cut, hold, and attach and RJ45 jack to the end of the cable.
7. a connector attached to the end of a twisted-pair cable.

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 Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
REGIONAL OFFICE NO. VIII (EASTERN VISAYAS)
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF EASTERN SAMAR
Provincial Capitol Site, Brgy. Alang-Alang, Borongan City

Learning Activity Sheet in Computer Systems Servicing NC II

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Name:_______________________________________________ Score: _______
Grade/Section: ________________________________________ Date: _______

Creating Straight-through Cable

OBJECTIVES
1. Identify the steps in creating straight-through cable.
2. Perform the steps in creating straight-through cable.
3. Appreciate the importance of creating straight-through cable.

DISCUSSION
Straight-Through Cable
a type of twisted pair cable that is used in local area networks to connect a
computer to a network hub such as a router.

http://angel3508.blogspot.com/2016/09/how-to-configure-rj45-pinout.html

https://www.computercablestore.com/what-are-ethernet-cables

Steps in Creating Straight-Through Cable

1. Prepare the tools and materials.

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 https://www.slideshare.net/senchun80/crimping-and-testing

2. Cut the twisted-pair cable based on the needed length.

https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable#/Image:Make-a-Network-Cable-Step2-Version.jpg

3. Remove the outer jacket of the cable to expose the four pairs of wires inside.

https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable#/Image:Make-a-Network-Cable-Step3-Version.jpg

4. Untwist the wires, make sure that they are free from any damage.

https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable#/Image:Make-a-Network-Cable-Step4-Version.jpg

5. Arrange the wires based on the type of cable.

Straight-Through Cable – A

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 http://www.cables-solutions.com/difference-between-straight-through-and-crossover-cable.html

https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/54254370493984026/

Straight-Through Cable – B

http://www.cables-solutions.com/difference-between-straight-through-and-crossover-cable.html

https://www.pinterest.ph/pin/54254370493984026
/

6. Cut the wires so that they will be of exact length, make sure that the ends of the
wires are aligned.

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 https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable#/Image:Make-a-Network-Cable-Step6-Version.jpg

7. Firmly hold the cable and insert the wires into the RJ45 jack.

https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable#/Image:Make-a-Network-Cable-Step7-Version.jpg

8. Check if the end of the wires touches the end of the RJ45 jack.

https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable#/Image:Make-a-Network-Cable-Step8-Version.jpg

9. Plug the cable into the crimping tool, firmly squeeze it while securely holding the
cable.

https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable#/Image:Make-a-Network-Cable-Step9-Version.jpg

10. Use a LAN tester to ensure that the connection of all the wires in both ends of
the cable.

https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable#/Image:Make-a-Network-Cable-Step10-Version.jpg

ACTIVITY 3

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A. Direction: Write the correct color coding for each pin of Straight-through Cable -
B. Choose the letter of the correct answer from the box.

____1. PIN 1 a. White /Brown

____2. PIN 2 b. White/Green

____3. PIN 3 c. Brown

____4. PIN 4 d. Orange

____5. PIN 5 e. White/Blue

____6. PIN 6 f. Blue

____7. PIN 7 g. White/Orange

____8. PIN 8 h. Green

B. Direction: Read and answer the following questions carefully in two to three
sentences each number.
1. What are the importance of creating straight-through cable?
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
2. Cite a situation in which you can apply the knowledge of creating
straightthrough cable.
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________

ACTIVITY 4

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Direction: Arrange the following sequence of steps in creating straight-through
cable. Write numbers 1-10 on the blank line.
_______1. Use a LAN tester to ensure that the connection of all the wires in both
ends of the cable.
_______2. Prepare the tools and materials.
_______3. Plug the cable into the crimping tool, firmly squeeze it while securely
holding the cable.
_______4. Cut the twisted-pair cable based on the needed length.
_______5. Check if the end of the wires touches the end of the RJ45 jack.
_______6. Remove the outer jacket of the cable to expose the four pairs of wires
inside.
_______7. Firmly hold the cable and insert the wires into the RJ45 jack.
_______8. Untwist the wires, make sure that they are free from any damage.
_______9. Cut the wires so that they will be of exact length, make sure that the
ends of the wires are aligned.
_______10.Arrange the wires based on the type of cable.

ACTIVITY 5
Direction: Fill-in the blanks of steps in creating straight-through cable. Write the
answer on the blank space.
Length Tester Wires Crimping RJ45
Cable Arrange Tools Check Jacket

1. Prepare the ___________ and materials.

2. Cut the twisted-pair _________ based on the needed length.
3. Remove the outer _________ of the cable to expose the four pairs of wires
inside. 4. Untwist the _________, make sure that they are free from any damage.
5. __________ the wires based on the type of cable.
6. Cut the wires so that they will be of exact ___________, make sure that the ends
of the wires are aligned.
7. Firmly hold the cable and insert the wires into the _________ jack.
8. _________ if the end of the wires touches the end of the RJ45 jack.
9. Plug the cable into the __________ tool, firmly squeeze it while securely holding
the cable.
10. Use a LAN __________ to ensure that the connection of all the wires in both
ends of the cable.

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 ANSWERS KEY
Activity 2
B

Activity 4 Activity 5
1. 10 1. Tools
2. 1 2. Cable
3. 9 3. Jacket
4. 2 4. Wires
5. 8 5. Arrange
6. 3 6. Length
7. 7 7. RJ45
8. 4 8. Check
9. 6 9. Crimping
10. 5 10. Tester

Activity 1
Activity 3 A
A 1. T
1. G 2. T
2. D 3. F
3. B 4. T
4. F 5. T
5. E
6. H B
7. A Activity 2 1. C
8. C A 2. A
B Answers may 3. B
Answers may vary 4. B
vary 5. A
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REFERENCES

https://www.e-tesda.gov.ph/mod/book/view.php?id=1118&chapterid=1844
https://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-Network-Cable

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