Com Petency-Based Learning M Aterial: Sector: Qualification: Unit of Competency: Module Title

COM PETENCY-BASED LEARNING M ATERIAL
Sector : Electronics
Qualification : COMPUTER SYSTEMS SERVICING NCII
Unit of Competency : SET UP COMPUTER NETWORK
Module Title : Setting up Computer Network
COLEGIO DE LA CIUDAD DE ZAMBOANGA

Mialim, Vitali, Zamboanga City
HOW TO USE THIS COM PETENCY – BASED LEARNING M
ATERIAL
Welcome!
The unit of competency, “Setting up Computer Networks”, is

one of the competencies of Computer Systems Servicing NCII, a
course which comprises the knowledge, skills and attitudes in
logging/recording business transactions in an accounting journal.
The module, setting up computer networks, contains training

materials and activities related to configuring Client Device Setting,
LAN, WAN, Wireless Settings and Configuring Firewall with Advance
Settings.
In this module, you are required to go through a series of

learning activities in order to complete each learning outcome. In
each learning outcome are Information Sheets, Self-Checks,
Operation Sheets and Task/Job Sheets. Follow and perform the
activities on your own. If you have questions, do not hesitate to ask
for assistance from you facilitator.
Remember to:
 Work through all the information and complete the

activities in each section.
 Read information sheets and complete the self-check.

Suggested references are included to supplement the
materials provided in this module.
 Most probably, your trainer will also be your supervisor or

manager. He is there to support you and show you the
correct way of doing things.
 You will be given plenty of opportunities to ask questions
and practice on the job. Make sure you practice your new
skills during regular work shifts. This way you will improve
you speed, memory and your confidence.
 Use the Self-Checks, Operation Sheets or Task or Job

Sheets at the end of each section to test your own progress.
Use the Performance Criteria Checklist located after the
sheet to check your own performance.
 When you feel confident that you have had sufficient

practice, ask your Trainer to evaluate you. The results of
your assessment will be recorded in your Progress Chart
and Accomplishment Chart.
You need to complete this module before you can perform the
next module, Inspect and test the configured computer
networks.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Page
A. LIST OF COM PETENCIES 5
B. M ODULE CONTENT 6-8

 LEARNING OUTCOME NO #3 .................... 9-10
o Learning Experience ........................................................ 11-13
o Information Sheet 1.3-1 Configure Client
Device Settings .................................................................. 14-25
o Self Check 1.3-1 .............................................................. 26
o Answer Key 1.3-1 ............................................................ 27
o Information Sheet 1.3-2 Configure Local
Area Network .......................................................................... 28-34
o Self Check 1.3-2 ............................................................. 35
o Answer Key 1.3-2 ................................................................. 36
o Task Sheet 1.3-2............................................................... 37
o Performance Criteria Sheet 1.3-2 ....................................... 38
o Information Sheet 1.3-3 Configure Wide Area
Network…..39-41
o Self Check 1.3-3 ............................................................. 42
o Answer Key 1.3-3 ................................................................. 43
o Task Sheet 1.3-3 ...................................................................44
o Performance Criteria Sheet 1.3-3........................................ 45
o Information Sheet 1.3-4 Configure Wireless Settings ........ 46-51
o Self Check 1.3-4 ............................................................. 52
o Answer Key 1.3-4 .................................................................. 53
o Information Sheet 1.3-5 Setting Up Firewall with
Advanced Security ................................................................... 54-61
o Self Check 1.3-5............................................................... 62
o Answer Key 1.3-5 .................................................................. 63
C. REFERENCES ..................................................................... 64
COM PETENCY-BASED LEARNING M ATERIALS
List of Competencies
No. Unit of Competency M odule Title Code
Install and configure Installing and configuring ELC724331

1.
computer systems computer systems
Set-up Computer Setting up Computer ELC724332

2.
Networks Networks
Set-up Computer Setting up Computer ELC724333

3.
Servers Servers
Maintain and Repair Maintaining and

4. Computer Systems and Repairing Computer ELC724334
Networks Systems and Networks
MODULE CONTENT
UNIT OF COM PETENCY: SET UP COM PUTER NETW ORK
M ODULE TITLE: Setting up Computer Network
MODULE DESCRIPTOR:
This module covers the outcomes required in setting-up computers
networks for LANs and small-office home-office (SOHO) systems. It
consists of competencies to install Ethernet cables, set network
configuration, set router/Wi- Fi/ wireless access point/repeater
configuration as well as to inspect and test the configured computer
networks.
NOM INAL DURATION: 40 HOURS
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the end of this module you MUST be able to:
1. Install Ethernet cables
2. Set network configuration
3. Set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration
4. Inspect and test the configured computer networks
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Cable routes are determined and planned in accordance

with network design and actual installation site.
2. Network materials necessary to complete the work are identified
and obtained in accordance with established procedures and
checked against systems requirements
3. Tools, equipment and testing devices needed to carry out the
installation work are obtained in accordance with established
procedures and checked for correct operation and safety
4. Appropriate personal protective equipment is used and OHS
policies and procedures are followed
5. Copper cable splicing is performed based on Electronic Industries
Alliance/Telecommunications Industry Association (EIA/TIA)
standards
6. Ethernet cables and cable raceway are installed in accordance
with established procedures and installation requirements
7. Installation work is performed and is checked to ensure no
unnecessary damage has occurred and complies with requirements
8. OHS standards and 5S principles are followed according to
enterprise requirements
9. Excess components and materials are disposed of based on
WEEE directives and 3Rs waste management program.
10. Network connectivity of each terminal is checked in accordance
with network design.
11. Any fault or problem in the network system is diagnosed and
remedied in line with the standard operating procedures.
12. Network interface card (NIC) settings are configured in
accordance with network design.
13. Communication checking between terminals are carried out in
accordance with OS network configuration guides
14. Unplanned events or conditions are responded to in accordance with
established procedures
15. Client Device systems settings are configured in
accordance with manufacturers’ instructions and end-user
preferences
16. Local area network (LAN) port is configured in
accordance with manufacturers’ instructions and network
design
17. Wide area network (WAN) port is configured in
accordance with manufacturers’ instructions and network
design
18. Wireless settings are configured in accordance
manufacturers’ instructions, network design and end-
user preferences
19. Security/Firewall/Advance settings are configured in accordance
with manufacturers’ instructions and end-user preferences
20. Final inspections are undertaken to ensure that the configuration
done on the computer networks conforms with the manufacturer’s
instruction/manual
21. Computer networks are checked to ensure safe operation.
22. Reports are prepared/completed according to company requirements.
LEARNING OUTCOM E NO. 3
Set router/W i-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration
Contents:
1. Configure Client Device Systems
2. Configure LAN (Local Area Network)
3. Configure WAN (Wide Area Network)
4. Configure Wireless Settings
5. Setting Up Firewall with Advanced Security
Assessment Criteria
1. Client Device systems settings are configured in accordance with

manufacturers’ instructions and end-user preferences
2. Local area network (LAN) port is configured in accordance with
manufacturers’ instructions and network design
3. Wide area network (WAN) port is configured in accordance with
manufacturers’ instructions and network design
4. Wireless settings are configured in accordance manufacturers’
instructions, network design and end-user preferences
5. Security/Firewall/Advance settings are configured in accordance with
manufacturers’ instructions and end-user preferences
Conditions
The participants will have access to:
1. Workplace Location
2. Computer Network materials:
1. UTP Cable
2. RJ45
3. Router/Hub
4. Modem
3. Personal Computer
4. Training Materials
1. Learning Packages
2. Bond Papers
3. Ballpens
4. Whiteboard Marker
5. Manuals
6. Competency Standard
7. Training Regulations
Assessment M ethod:
1. Written Works
2. Actual Application
3. Performance Criteria
Learning Experiences
Learning Outcome 3
Computer Systems Servicing NC II
Learning Activities Special Instructions
Read information sheet 1.3-1 on If you have some problem on the

Configure Client Device Systems content of the information sheet don’t
hesitate to approach your facilitator.
If you feel that you are now
knowledgeable on the content of the
information sheet, you can now
answer self-check provided in the
module.
Answer Self- Check 1.3-1 on Compare your answer to the answer
key 1.3-1. If you got 100% correct
Configure Client Device Systems
answer in this self-check, you can
now move to the next information
sheet. If not review the information
sheet and go over the self-check
again.

Configure Local Area Network content of the information sheet don’t
module.
Configure Local Area Network
again.
Perform Task Sheet 1.3-2 on How to Trainer evaluates the performance

Configure LAN (Local Area Network) and makes recommendations.

Configure WAN (Wide Area Network) content of the information sheet don’t
module.
Configure WAN (Wide Area Network)
again.
Perform Task Sheet 1.3-3 on How to Trainer evaluates the performance

and makes recommendations.
Configure WAN (Wide Area Network)

Configure Wireless Settings content of the information sheet don’t
module.
Configure Wireless Settings
again.

Setting up Firewall with Advanced content of the information sheet don’t
Security hesitate to approach your facilitator.
module.
Answer Self- Check 1.3-5 on Setting Compare your answer to the answer
up Firewall with Advanced Security
again.
After doing all the activities for this

LO, you are ready to proceed to the
next LO: Inspect and test the
configured computer networks
INFORM ATION SHEET 1.3-1
Learning Objective:
After reading this information sheet, you must be able to:
1. Identify What is Client Device Systems
2. Configuring Client Device Systems
Client Device Settings is a way of configuring your client device by

which you can specify client settings at a collection level, allowing
you to define different settings as necessary. It has the characteristics
of being flexible to create multiple client device or client user settings
and apply it to different collections as per requirement. It is a set of
default settings. But always take note that those Client Device
systems settings are configured in accordance with manufacturers’
instructions and end-user preferences. In this module, we will show
the steps on setting up your client device on Windows 7, 8 & 10
which are configured manually.
Always take note on the following area’s to be configured:
1. Set up Time and Date

2. Set up Computer Name
3. Install and Configure Network Driver
4. Install necessary software application e.i MS Office and Anti virus

Steps on How to Configure Client Device Settings:
1. Setting up Time and Date

a. On Windows 10 OS, to set up the Time and Date go to
the right bottom of your taskbar see figure below:
b. Right click on the area of time and date then choose

“Adjust date/time”. Then the date/time settings will
appear.
c. If you wish to set your date/time automatically just click
“ON” at “Set Time Automatically”. If not, you can turn it
off and be the one to set date/time.
d. You could also set “Time Zone” it is located below change
date and time. You could choose Beijing, Kuala Lumpur
or Taipei, Philippines is none on the choices just choose
a Time Zone that much on our Time “UTC+8”.
2. Set up Computer Name

a. In setting up your Computer Name, Go to Start Menu
and search for “My PC”, and other Windows OS version
you can find it on Desktop a Computer Icon with a name
of “My Computer”. For Win10, please see figure below:
b. Then “Control Panel” will appear. Click on “Change

Settings” button that is shown below:
c. After clicking “Change Settings”, another Set Up will
appear. You can now change the “Computer Description”
and “Computer Name.” As shown on figure below:
Note: Setting up your Computer Name is important.

This will serve as the Identity of your computer. It will be
useful when it comes on setting up your Computer
Network. The Server/The Network will identify what PC
is being connected or configured.
3. Install and Configure Network Driver
a. In every personal computer, it is necessary to install a
network driver so that your computer will have an access
on every network connection it may need. The first step
to do is to select a Compatible driver’s pack for your PC.
Depends on your OS. Below is an example:
There are different versions of DriverPack Solution:

15, 14, 13, 12, 11, 10 & 8. You should be careful on
choosing a driver pack; it should be compatible with
your PC specification.
After the installation of your network driver, you are ready to
configure your network. To configure the network of your PC, Right-
click on your network connection. You'll see this in your System Tray.
If you are connecting your computers through a switch with no
router, you'll need to assign each computer on the network its own
individual IP address. This process is handled automatically if you're
using a router. Think of an IP address as a mailing address. Each
computer on the network needs a unique IP address so that
information sent across the network reaches the correct destination.
Click Open Network and Sharing Center.

Click the Ethernet link at the top of the window. You'll see this next
to "Connections." Click Properties.
Click Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4). Make sure you don't
uncheck it, just highlight it.
Click Properties.
Click the Use the following IP address radio button.

Type 1 9 2 . 1 6 8 . 1. 50 into the IP address field.
Type 2 5 5 . 2 5 5 . 0. 0 into the Subnet mask field.

Type 1 9 2 . 1 6 8 . 0. 0 into the Default gateway field.
Click OK. This will save the settings for that computer. This computer is
now configured on your network with a unique IP address.
Open the Internet Protocol Version 4 properties on the next
computer. Follow the steps above on the second computer to open
the Internet Protocol Version 4 (TCP/IPv4) Properties window.
4. Install necessary software application e.i MS Office and Anti virus
a. You may install necessary software applications for
your PC like MS Office and an Antivirus. See figures
below for references:
SELF-CHECK. 1.3-1
TRUE OR FALSE: Write the word TRUE in the space provider if the
statements are correct and FALSE if it is not.
______1. Client Device Settings is a way of configuring your client

device by which you cannot specify client settings at a collection
level.
______2. On Windows 10 OS, to set up the Time and Date go to the

upper left of your taskbar.
______3. Setting up your Computer Name is important. This will

serve as the Identity of your computer.
______4. In every personal computer, it is necessary to install a network

driver.
______5. Assigning an IP Address must be unique.
______6. The default subnet mask is, 255.255.0.0
______7. In setting up Time, you cannot set time automatically.
______8. In setting up the Time Zone, you could use "Philippines"

for the setting.
______9. Client setting on different OS are just the same.
______10. In installing a network drivers, it compatibility on PC

must be consider.
Answer Key to 1.3-1
TRUE OR FALSE
1. False
2. False
3. True
4. True
5. True
6. True
7. False
8. False
9. False
10. True
INFORMATION SHEET 1.3-2
Learning Objective:
After reading this INFORMATION SHEET, you should be able to:
1. To identify What is Local Area Network

2. To acquire knowledge in Configuring Local Area Network
A Local Area Network (LAN) is a group of compute rs and

associated devices that share a common communications line or
wireless link to a server. Typically, a LAN encompasses computers
and peripherals connected to a server within a distinct geographic
area such as an office or a commercial establishment. Computers and
other mobile devices use a LAN connection to share resources such as
a printer or network storage.
Configuring Local Area Network
Equipment and Peripherals Needed for Configuring LAN
Equipment/Peripherals Name and

Image
Description
A Personal Computer (PC) is a multi-
purpose electronic computer whose size,
capabilities, and price make it feasible for
individual use. PCs are intended to be
operated directly by an end user, rather
than by a computer expert or technician.
Ethernet cables are networking

hardware used to connect one network
device to other network devices or to
connect two or more computers to
share printers, scanners etc. Different
types of network cables, such as coaxial
cable, optical fiber cable, and twisted
pair cables, are used depending on the
network's physical layer, topology, and
size. The devices can be separated by a
few meters (e.g. via Ethernet) or nearly
unlimited distances (e.g. via the
interconnections of the Internet).
Router/Hub/Switch is a way stations

that control the traffic of data within a
network, assigns a unique IP Address to
each computer.
M odem is a device that send, receives,
and translates information from the
internet and makes it available within the
Local Area Network
When Equipments and Peripherals are all ready, we will now

proceed on Installing and Configuring Local Area Network. Below are
steps in configuring Local Area Network.
1. Prepare your W orkplace

It must be clean and dry. Work on a spacious table. If
necessary work with your PPE. Do not forget to apply the
OHS policies and procedures.
2. Determine the number of computers you want to
connect. The number of computers you're connecting
will determine the type of network hardware you'll
need.
 If you are connecting four or less computers, you'll
just need a single router or one switch if you don't
need internet.
 If you're connecting more than four computers,
you'll want a router and a switch, or just a switch
if you don't need internet.
3. Determine your network layout.
If you’re installing a permanent LAN solution, you'll
want to keep cable length in mind. CAT5 Ethernet cables
should not run longer
than 250 feet. If you need to cover larger distances, you'll
need switches at regular intervals, or you'll need to use
CAT6 cables.
a. You'll need one Ethernet cable for each computer you
want to connect to the LAN, as well as an Ethernet
cable to connect the router to the switch (if
applicable).
4. Plug one end of an Ethernet cable into your computer.
Make sure you're using an Ethernet cable (RJ45), not a
telephone cable.
5. Plug the other end of the cable into an open LAN port.
This can be any open LAN port on either the router or the
switch, depending on your LAN setup.
6. Reset the Router. In resetting your Router just click the
small button on the back of your router using a Pin or
Ballpen and wait until all the icons in front of the Router
will Lights on. See figure below.
7. Go to browser either “Google Chrome” or “I explorer”. And

type in the default IP Address. Depends on Manuf acturer.
For this module, we will use 192.168.0.1. See figure below:
8. Router Login will appear. Type on default username and
password. “admin” is most default username and password,
still depends on manuf acturer. See figure below:
9. After encoding the default IP Address and entering the

default username and password, the Router User Interface
will appear. We will now ready for Router Setting Up.
10. Click the Network Tab. And change your IP Address.
Take note on the Sequence of your IP Address. Save and it
will reboot.
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11. Go to DHCP Tab, just click the Disable Button. And the
browser will reboot.
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SELF-CHECK. 1.3-2
IDENTIFICATION: Identify what is being ask, write on the space

provided.
1. A multi-purpose electronic computer whose size,

capabilities, and price make it feasible for individual use.
2. Is a device that sends, receives, and translates

information from the internet and makes it available within the
Local Area Network
3. Are networking hardware used to connect one

network device to other network devices or to connect two or more
computers to share printers, scanners etc.
4. Is a way stations that control the traffic of data within a

network, assigns a unique IP Address to each computer.
5. Is a group of computers and associated devices

that share a common communications line or wireless link to
a server.
6. Default IP address of a Router
7. Default Username and Password use for Logging in on

your Router Portal.
8. A tab on your Router Portal that can be used to

change your IP Address.
9. It is the first step before configuring your Router.
10. Indicator that your Router are already reset.
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Answer Key to 1.3-2
IDENTIFICATION:
1. Personal Computer
2. Modem
3. Ethernet Cable
4. Router
5. LAN
6. 192.168.0.1
7. Admin
8. Network Tab
9. Reset
10. Lights On (Icons in front)
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TASK SHEET 1.3-2
Performance Objective: Given a Network Materials (Router and Ethernet Cabl

together with a Personal Computer you should Configu
Local Area Network with allotted time of 40 minutes.
Supplies/M aterials and Equipments :
 Personal Computer
 Router and Ethernet Cable
 Personal Protective equipment (if necessary)
 Pins/Ballpen (Use f or resetting the Router)
Steps/ Procedure:
a. Make sure that you have the necessary Materials/Peripherals
b. Make sure that the workplace is clean and dry.
2. Start
a. Connect Router and Personal Computer using your Ethernet Cable
b. Reset your Router using Pins/Ballpen
c. Go to your Browser (Google Chrome or Iexplorer
d. Type in the Default IP Address
e. Type in the default username and password
f. Set up Network Tab
g. Set up DHCP Tab
Assessment M ethod:
Performance Criteria checklist
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST 1.3-2
CRITERIA YES NO
1. Did the trainee configure the Router correctly?
2. Did the trainee configure the Local Area Network?
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Configure W ide Area Network (ACCESS POINT)
Learning Objective:
1. To identify What is Wide Area Network

2. To acquire knowledge in Configuring Wide Area Network
A wide area network (WAN) is a telecommunications network or

computer network that extends over a large geographical distance.
Wide area networks are often established with leased
telecommunication circuits.
Business, education and government entities use wide area

networks to relay data to staff, students, clients, buyers, and
suppliers from various locations across the world. In essence, this
mode of telecommunication allows a business to effectively carry out
its daily function regardless of location. The Internet may be
considered a WAN.
Configure W ide Area Network

As we gather all the peripherals and equipment needed we will
proceed on Configuring Wide Area Network. Same process with
Router but this time we will use Modem or the Access Point. See
steps listed below:
1. Gather your Modem, Ethernet Cable and Personal Computer.
Connect each peripheral using the Ethernet Cable. Directly
connect Modem to your Personal Computer using the Ethernet
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Cable. This will just be use for the setting up processes.
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2. Reset the M odem. In resetting your Modem just click the
small button at the back and wait until all the icons in front of
the Modem will Lights on. See figure below.
3. Go to browser either “Google Chrome” or “I explorer”. And

type in the default IP Address of your Modem. Depends on
Manuf acturer. For this module, we will use 192.168.0.254.
And a Dialog box will pop up and you will need to enter the
default username and password. Use “admin” for both
username and password. See figure below:
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4. Repeat the step shown on Configuring your Router.
a. Go to Network Tab. Change your IP address. Click Save
then it will reboot.
b. Go to DHCP tab and click Disable Button.
c. Unlike on Router we need to set up Wireless Tab on
Modem. Click Wireless Tab. Click on WPA/WPA2 –
Personal (Recommended) then enter your desired PSK
Password. It must consist of alphanumeric characters. The
browser will reboot.
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SELF-CHECK. 1.3-3
Rearrange the given steps on how to configure W AN. Put the

correct sequence of steps by using numbers 1-10 in the space
provided, 1 is the First Step and 10 is the Last Step.
1. Gather your Modem, Ethernet Cable and Personal

Computer. Connect each peripheral using the Ethernet Cable.
2. Go to browser either “Google Chrome” or “I explorer”.
3. Go to Network Tab. Change your IP address. Click Save then

it wil l reboot.
4. Reset the Modem. In resetting your Modem just click the

small button at the back and wait until all the icons in front of the
Modem will Lights on.
5. Directly connect Modem to your Personal Computer using

the Ethernet Cable. This will just be use for the setting up processes.
6. Go to DHCP tab and click Disable Button.
7. And a Dialog box will pop up and you will need to enter the
default username and password. Use “admin” for both username and
password.
8. Prepare your Workplace, clean and Dry.
. And type in the default IP Address of your Modem.
10. Click Wireless Tab. Click on WPA/WPA2 – Personal

(Recommended) then enter your desired PSK Password.
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Answer Key to 1.3-3
REARRANGE:
1. 2
2. 5
3. 7
4. 4
5. 3
6. 8
7. 6
8. 1
9. 5
10. 10
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TASK SHEET 1.3-3
Configure Wide Area Network
Performance Objective: Given a Network Materials (Router and Ethernet Cabl

together with a Personal Computer you should Configure Wi
Area Network with allotted time of 40 minutes.
Supplies/M aterials and Equipments :
 Personal Computer
 Modem and Ethernet Cable
 Personal Protective equipment (if necessary)
 Pins/Ballpen (Use f or resetting the Router)
Steps/ Procedure:
a. Make sure that you have the necessary Materials/Peripherals
b. Make sure that the workplace is clean and dry.
4. Start
a. Connect Modem and Personal Computer using your Ethernet Cable
b. Reset your Modem using Pins/Ballpen
c. Go to your Browser (Google Chrome or Iexplorer)
d. Type in the Default IP Address
e. Type in the default username and password
f. Set up Network Tab
g. Set up DHCP Tab
h. Set up Wireless Tab
Assessment M ethod:
Performance Criteria checklist
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PERFORMANCE CRITERIA CHECKLIST 1.3-3
CRITERIA YES NO
1. Did the trainee configure the Modem correctly?
2. Did the trainee configure the Wide Area Network?
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Configure W ireless Settings
Learning Objective:
1. To identify what is Wireless Network?

2. To enumerate steps in Configuring Wireless Settings
A wireless network is a computer network that uses wireless

data connections between network nodes.
Wireless networking is a method by which homes,

telecommunications networks and business installations avoid the
costly process of introducing cables into a building, or as a connection
between various equipment locations. Wireless telecommunications
networks are generally implemented and administered using radio
communication.
A wireless local area network (WLAN) links two or more devices

over a short distance using a wireless distribution method, usually
providing a connection through an access point for internet
access. The use of spread- spectrum or OFDM technologies may
allow users to move around within a local coverage area, and still
remain connected to the network.
Products using the IEEE 802.11 WLAN standards are marketed

under the Wi-Fi brand name. Fixed wireless technology
implements point-to- point links between computers or networks at
two distant locations, often using dedicated microwave or
modulated laser light beams over line of
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sight paths. It is often used in cities to connect networks in two or
more buildings without installing a wired link.
Configure wireless settings
After configuring the Router and Modem we will now proceed

on setting up the wireless network.
1. First, we need to check whether you have a wireless adapter.
a. Select the Start button, type Device Manager in

the search box, and then select Device Manager.
b. Expand Network adapters.
c. Look for a network adapter that might have wireless in the
name.
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2. Setting up the modem and Internet connection
After you have all the equipment, you'll need to set up your
modem and Internet connection. If your modem wasn't set up for you
by your Internet service provider (ISP), follow the instructions that
came with your modem to connect it to your PC and the Internet. If
you're using Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), connect your modem to a
phone jack. If you’re using cable, connect your modem to a cable jack.
3. Positioning the wireless router

Put your wireless router somewhere where it will receive the
strongest signal with the least amount of interference. For
better results, follow these tips:
a. Place your wireless router in a central location.
Place the router as close to the center of your home as
possible to increase the strength of the wireless signal
throughout your home.
b. Position the wireless router off the floor and away

from walls and metal objects, such as metal file
cabinets. The fewer physical obstructions between your
PC and the router's signal, the more likely that you'll be
using the router's full signal strength.
Securing your wireless network
Security is always important; with a wireless network, it's even more

important because your network's signal could be broadcast outside your
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home. If you
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don't help secure your network, people with PCs nearby could access
info stored on your network PCs and use your Internet connection.
To help make your network more secure:
Change the default user name and password. This helps protect
your router. Most router manufacturers have a default user name and
password on the router and a default network name (also known as
the SSID). Someone could use this info to access your router without
you knowing it. To help avoid that, change the default user name
and password for your router. See the documentation for
your device for instructions.
Set up a security key (password) for your network. Wireless

networks have a network security key to help protect them from
unauthorized access. We recommend using Wi-Fi Protected Access 2
(WPA2) security if your router supports it. See the documentation for
your router for more detailed info, including what type of security is
supported and how to set it up.
Some routers support Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS). If your router

supports WPS and its connected to the network, follow these steps to
set up a network security key:
1. Select the Start button, look for Control Panel and click
Network and Internet. Then look for Network and Sharing
Center.
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2. Select Set up a new connection or network.
3. Select Set up a new network, and then choose Next.
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The wizard will walk you through creating a network name and a
security key. If your router supports it, the wizard will default to Wi-
Fi Protected Access (WPA or WPA2) security. We recommend that
you use WPA2, because it offers better security than WPA or Wired
Equivalent Privacy (WEP) security. With WPA2 or WPA you can also
use a passphrase, so you don’t have to remember a cryptic sequence
of letters and numbers.
W rite down your security key and keep it in a safe place. You
can also save your security key on a USB flash drive by following the
instructions in the wizard. (Saving your security key to a USB flash
drive is available in Windows 8 and Windows 7, but not in Windows
10.)
Connect a PC to your wireless network
1. Select the Network or icon in the notification area.
2. In the list of networks, choose the network that you want to

connect to, and then select Connect.
3. Type the security key (often called the password).

4. Follow additional instructions if there are any.
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SELF-CHECK. 1.3-4
Rearrange the given steps on how to configure W AN. Put the

correct sequence of steps by using numbers 1-10 in the space
provided, 1 is the First Step and 10 is the Last Step.
1. Change the default user name and password
2. Set up a security key (password) for your network
3. Select Set up a new connection or network.
4. Securing your wireless network
5. Select the Start button, look for Control Panel and click
Network and Internet.
6. Look for Network and Sharing Center.
7. Positioning the wireless router
8. Select Set up a new network, and then choose Next.
9. Setting up the modem and Internet connection.
10. We Need To Check Whether You Have A Wireless Adapter
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Answer Key to 1.3-4
REARRANGE:
1. 5
2. 6
3. 9
4. 4
5. 7
6. 8
7. 3
8. 10
9. 2
10. 1
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Setting Up Firewall with Advanced Security
Learning Objective:
1. To identify What is Firewall with Advanced Security

2. To enumerate steps in Configuring Firewall with Advanced Security
The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security is a tool which

gives you detailed control over the rules that are applied by the
Windows Firewall. You can view all the rules that are used by the
Windows Firewall, change their properties, create new rules or
disable existing ones. In this tutorial we will share how to open the
Windows Firewall with Advanced Security, how to find your way
around it and talk about the types of rules that are available and
what kind of traffic they filter.
A firewall is hardware or software that can help protect

your PC from unauthorized users or malicious software (malware).
Running a firewall on each PC on your network can help control the
spread of malicious software on your network, and help protect your
PCs when you're accessing the Internet. Windows Firewall is
included with this version of Windows.
Setting Up Firewall with Advanced Security
You have several alternatives to opening the Windows Firewall with

Advanced Security:
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1. One is to open the standard Windows Firewall window,
by going to "Control Panel -> System and Security ->
Windows Firewall". Then, click or tap Advanced settings.
2. In Windows 7, another method is to search for the word

firewall in the Start Menu search box and click the
"Windows Firewall with Advanced Security" result.
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3. In Windows 8.1, Windows Firewall with Advanced
Security is not returned in search results and you need
to use the first method shared above for opening it.
4. The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security looks and
works the same both in Windows 7 and Windows 8.1. To
continue our tutorial, we will use screenshots that were
made in Windows 8.1.
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5. What Are The Inbound & Outbound Rules?
a. In order to provide the security you need, the Windows
Firewall has a standard set of inbound and outbound rules,
which are enabled depending on the location of the network
you are connected to.
b. Inbound rules are applied to the traffic that is coming from the
network and the Internet to your computer or device.
Outbound rules apply to the traffic from your computer to the
network or the Internet.
c. These rules can be configured so that they are specific to:
computers, users, programs, services, ports or protocols. You
can also specify to which type of network adapter (e.g.
wireless, cable, virtual private network) or user profile it is
applied to.
d. In the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security, you can
access all rules and edit their properties. All you have to do is
click or tap the appropriate section in the left-side panel.
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6. The rules used by the Windows Firewall can be enabled or
disabled. The ones which are enabled or active are marked with
a green check-box in the Name column. The ones that are
disabled are marked with a gray check-box.
7. If you want to know more about a specific rule and learn its
properties, right click on it and select Properties or select it and
press Properties in the column on right, which lists the actions
that are available for your selection.
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8. In the Properties window, you will find complete information
about the selected rule, what it does and in when it is applied.
You will also be able to edit its properties and change any of the
available parameters.
9. What Are The Connection Security Rules?

a. Connection security rules are used to secure traffic between
two computers while it crosses the network. One example
would be a rule which defines that connections between two
specific computers must be encrypted.
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b. Unlike the inbound or outbound rules, which are applied only
to one computer, connection security rules require that both
computers have the same rules defined and enabled.
c. If you want to see if there are any such rules on your computer,
click or tap "Connection Security Rules"on the panel on the
left. By default, there are no such rules defined on Windows
computers and devices. They are generally used in business
environments and such rules are set by the network
administrator.
10. What Does the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security

Monitor?
The Windows Firewall with Advanced Security includes some

monitoring features as well. In the Monitoring section you can find
the following information: the firewall rules that are active (both
inbound and outbound), the connection security rules that are active
and whether there are any active security associations.
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11. You should note that the Monitoring section shows only the
active rules for the current network location. If there are rules
which get enabled for other network locations, you will not see
them in this section.
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SELF-CHECK. 1.3-5
TRUE OR FALSE: Write the word TRUE in the space provider if the
statements are correct and FALSE if it is not.
1. A firewall is hardware or software that can help protect

your PC from unauthorized users or malicious software (malware).
2. Running a firewall on each PC on your network won't help

control the spread of malicious software on your network.
3. In order to provide the security you need, the Windows

Firewall has a standard set of inbound and outbound rules.
4. These rules can't be configured so that they are specific to:

computers, users, programs, services, ports or protocols.
5. In the Windows Firewall with Advanced Security, you can

access all rules and edit their properties.
6. Connection security rules are used to secure traffic

between two computers while it crosses the network.
7. Monitoring section shows only the active rules for the

current network location.
8. Unlike the inbound or outbound rules, which are applied

only to one computer, connection security rules require that both
computers have the same rules defined and enabled.
9.Windows Firewall with Advanced Security is a tool which

gives you detailed control over the rules that are applied by the
Windows Firewall.
10. Inbound rules are applied to the traffic that is coming

from the network and the Internet to your computer or device.
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Answer Key to 1.3-5
TRUE OR FALSE:
1. TRUE
2. FALSE
3. TRUE
4. FALSE
5. TRUE
6. TRUE
7. TRUE
8. TRUE
9. TRUE
10. TRUE
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REFERENCES:
INTERNET
1) http://www.tesda.gov.ph
a. CSS NCII TR
b. CSS NCII CBC
c. CSS SAG
2) http://wikihow.com
a. Configure Local Area Network
b. Configure Wide Area Network
3) http://www.slideshare.net
a. Configure Client Device Settings
b. Configure Wireless Settings
c. Setting up Firewall with Advance Security
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COM PETENCY-BASED LEARNING M ATERIAL

Unit of Competency : SET UP COMPUTER NETWORK

Module Title : Setting up Computer Network

COLEGIO DE LA CIUDAD DE ZAMBOANGA

The unit of competency, “Setting up Computer Networks”, is

The module, setting up computer networks, contains training

In this module, you are required to go through a series of

 Work through all the information and complete the

 Read information sheets and complete the self-check.

 Most probably, your trainer will also be your supervisor or

 Use the Self-Checks, Operation Sheets or Task or Job

 When you feel confident that you have had sufficient

A. LIST OF COM PETENCIES 5

B. M ODULE CONTENT 6-8

No. Unit of Competency M odule Title Code

Install and configure Installing and configuring ELC724331

Set-up Computer Setting up Computer ELC724332

Set-up Computer Setting up Computer ELC724333

Maintain and Repair Maintaining and

UNIT OF COM PETENCY: SET UP COM PUTER NETW ORK

M ODULE TITLE: Setting up Computer Network

NOM INAL DURATION: 40 HOURS

1. Install Ethernet cables

2. Set network configuration

3. Set router/Wi-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration

4. Inspect and test the configured computer networks

1. Cable routes are determined and planned in accordance

Set router/W i-Fi/ wireless access point/repeater configuration

1. Configure Client Device Systems

2. Configure LAN (Local Area Network)

3. Configure WAN (Wide Area Network)

4. Configure Wireless Settings

5. Setting Up Firewall with Advanced Security

1. Client Device systems settings are configured in accordance with

The participants will have access to:

Computer Systems Servicing NC II

Learning Activities Special Instructions

Read information sheet 1.3-1 on If you have some problem on the

Read information sheet 1.3-2 on If you have some problem on the

Perform Task Sheet 1.3-2 on How to Trainer evaluates the performance

Read information sheet 1.3-3 on If you have some problem on the

Perform Task Sheet 1.3-3 on How to Trainer evaluates the performance

Read information sheet 1.3-4 on If you have some problem on the

Read information sheet 1.3-5 on If you have some problem on the

After doing all the activities for this

Configure Client Device Systems

1. Identify What is Client Device Systems

2. Configuring Client Device Systems

Client Device Settings is a way of configuring your client device by

Always take note on the following area’s to be configured:

1. Set up Time and Date

Configure Client Device Systems

1. Setting up Time and Date

b. Right click on the area of time and date then choose

2. Set up Computer Name

b. Then “Control Panel” will appear. Click on “Change

Note: Setting up your Computer Name is important.

There are different versions of DriverPack Solution:

information sent across the network reaches the correct destination.