Computer Networks Laboratory

The computer networks laboratory is allocated as a part of the distributed systems laboratory (214, C2 building). Two distribution cabinets with Cisco network equipment and tables with configuration consoles and computers for tests are located here. The basic networking course introduces principles of construction of local and wide area networks, including:
- network elements,
- issues of topology, constructions and wiring of the network,
- switching basics,
- creating of virtual networks,
- routing techniques.

The Regional Cisco Academy operating at KI AGH is also located here. The network equipment makes it possible to carry out exercises in the field of not only CCNA but also CCNP.

  
Networking equipment used in laboratory:
• Routers
- CISCO 2500 - 8 pcs,
- CISCO 2600 - 11 pcs,.

• Ethernet switches
- CISCO Catalyst 1900-12T,
- CISCO Catalyst 1900-24T,
- CISCO Catalyst 2900 - 1 pc,
- CISCO Catalyst 2950 - 6 pcs,
- CISCO Catalyst 3550 - 3 pcs,
- CISCO Catalyst 5000.

• Hubs
- CentreCOM AT3612TR - 3 pcs,
- CentreCOM AT3624TRS - 1 pcs.

• Additional devices:
-communication server 500-CS.
Soon also:
- WAN emulator,
- PIX Firewall,
- VPN, CCS, CSA...