CSE3003 Computer Networks assignment-1

K.V.K Sai Suhas

21BCE9125
Aim:

The aim of this project is to establish communication between multiple personal computers (PCs)
using a switch.

Theory:

In computer networking, a switch is a device that connects multiple devices within a local area
network (LAN). It operates at the data link layer (Layer 2) of the OSI (Open Systems
Interconnection) model. The switch allows devices connected to it to communicate with each
other by forwarding data packets between the sender and receiver devices.

Requirements:

1. Personal computers (PCs): Two or more PCs with network interfaces.

2. Ethernet switch: A network switch capable of supporting the desired number of
connections.
3. Ethernet cables: Sufficient Ethernet cables to connect each PC to the switch.
4. IP addressing: Assign unique IP addresses to each PC within the same IP subnet.

Procedure:

1. Connect each PC to the switch using Ethernet cables. Plug one end of the cable into the
Ethernet port on the PC and the other end into an available port on the switch.
2. Ensure that each PC has a network interface enabled and functioning correctly.
3. Assign unique IP addresses to each PC within the same IP subnet. This can be done
manually or by configuring DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) on the
network.
4. Verify connectivity by pinging the IP addresses of the other PCs from each PC. Open the
command prompt or terminal on each PC and use the ping command followed by the IP
address of the destination PC.
5. If the pings are successful, communication between the PCs is established through the
switch.
Design:

The physical design of the network would involve connecting the PCs and the switch using
Ethernet cables. The PCs are connected to the switch, and the switch acts as a central point for
data transmission between the PCs. The logical design involves assigning IP addresses to each
PC and configuring the network interfaces accordingly.

Results:

Upon successful completion of the procedure, the PCs will be able to communicate with each
other through the switch. Data packets sent from one PC will be forwarded by the switch to the
intended recipient PC, enabling seamless communication within the local network.

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