PROJECT REPORT
OF
COMPUTER NETWORK
In partial fulfilment of
M.C.A. II year (Computer Applications)
Jodhpur Institute of Engineering and Technology, Jodhpur
Session 2025-26
Submitted To: Submitted by:
Ms. Ronak Rajpurohit Ajay Choudhary
Assistant Professor MCA 3rd Sem
Dept. of Computer Applications 24CJIMC601
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ACKNOWLEDGMENT
I express my sincere gratitude to my project guide Ms. Ronak Rajpurohit for providing valuable
guidance, support, and encouragement throughout the project.
I would also like to thank the faculty members and the Department of Computer Applications for
providing the necessary infrastructure and learning environment.
Finally, I would like to thank my friends and family for their continuous motivation and support.
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ABSTRACT
Computer networks play a crucial role in enabling communication and resource sharing in modern
organizations. This project focuses on designing and implementing a scalable, secure, and efficient
network topology using Cisco Packet Tracer.
The report includes network planning, IP addressing, VLAN implementation, routing
configuration, DHCP setup, device connectivity, security mechanisms, and performance testing.
The designed network ensures proper segmentation, minimizes congestion, supports dynamic
addressing, and enables seamless communication between departments.
The implementation demonstrates a real-time simulation of an organizational network setup,
reflecting industry-level design practices.
This project has been completed under the respected guidance of Faculty Member Ms. Ronak
Rathore and with the support and approval of Department Head Ms. Anamika Choudary, whose
continuous encouragement greatly contributed to the successful completion of this work.
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TABLE OF CONTENT
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1. Introduction 5
2. Problem Statement 6
3. Objectives 7
4. System Requirements 8
5. Proposed System 9
6. Network Design 10
7. Implementation 12
8. Results and Testing 13
9. Conclusion 14
10. Future Scope 15
11. References 16
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INTRODUCTION
Computer networking is an essential part of modern computing environments, enabling
communication between devices, resource sharing, and centralized management. Cisco Packet
Tracer is widely used for simulating and testing network architectures.
This project focuses on designing a complete organizational network in Packet Tracer, including:
End devices (PCs, printers, servers)
Networking devices (switches, routers, access points)
IP addressing schemes
Routing protocols
VLANs and inter-VLAN routing
DHCP services
Security configurations
The goal is to build a functioning model of a real-world computer network with proper design,
implementation, and testing.
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PROBLEM STATEMENT
Organizations often face issues such as:
Poor network scalability
Inefficient resource management
Lack of security
Poor segmentation leading to broadcast storms
Manual IP addressing causing conflicts
No centralized network monitoring
This project solves these problems by designing a structured, efficient, and scalable network.
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OBJECTIVES
The main objectives are:
1. Design a structured network for an organization using Cisco Packet Tracer.
2. Implement VLANs to separate departmental traffic.
3. Configure inter-VLAN routing.
4. Implement DHCP for dynamic IP allocation.
5. Ensure network security using ACLs and device hardening.
6. Provide Wi-Fi connectivity via Access Points.
7. Test end-to-end communication and validate performance.
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SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
Software Requirements
Cisco Packet Tracer (version 8.x or above)
Windows 10/11 or Linux OS
Hardware Requirements
Intel i3/i5 processor
8GB RAM recommended
500MB disk space
Network Devices (in simulation)
Routers: 1–2
Switches: 2–4 Layer 2/3 switches
PCs & Laptops: 10–20
Servers: DHCP, DNS, HTTP
Access Point
Cables: Copper straight-through, cross-over, fiber
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PROPOSED SYSTEM
The proposed system includes:
✔ VLAN-based segmentation
Each department gets a separate VLAN:
VLAN 10 – Admin
VLAN 20 – HR
✔ Inter-VLAN Routing
Router-on-a-stick or Layer-3 switch routing.
✔ DHCP Server
Automatically assigns IP addresses to clients.
✔ Security using ACLs
Restrict access between VLANs.
✔ Wireless Network
Configured using Access Points.
✔ High Scalability
Easy to expand by adding switches and devices.
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NETWORK DESIGN
Logical Topology:
The network is divided into multiple segments using VLANs. Routing is performed through a
router or L3 switch.
Physical Topology:
Shows actual connections between switches, routers, PCs, APs, and servers.
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IP Addressing Table (Example):
VLAN Network Gateway Devices
VLAN 10 [Link]/24 .1 Admin PC
VLAN 20 [Link]/24 .1 HR PC
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IMPLEMENTATION
1. VLAN Configuration
Switch(config)# vlan 10
Switch(config)# name Admin
Switch(config)# vlan 20
Switch(config)# name HR
2. Assigning Ports to VLANs
Switch(config)# interface fa0/1
Switch(config-if)# switchport mode access
Switch(config-if)# switchport access vlan 10
3. Trunk Configuration
Switch(config)# interface fa0/24
Switch(config-if)# switchport mode trunk
Switch(config-if)# switchport trunk allowed vlan all
4. Router-on-a-Stick
Router(config)# interface g0/0.10
Router(config-subif)# encapsulation dot1Q 10
Router(config-subif)# ip address [Link] [Link]
5. DHCP Configuration
Router(config)# ip dhcp pool ADMIN
Router(dhcp)# network [Link] [Link]
Router(dhcp)# default-router [Link]
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RESULTS & TESTING
✔ Ping Test
Successfully communicated across VLANs.
DHCP assigned IP addresses dynamically.
Server (DNS/HTTP) accessible from all departments.
✔ Security Test
ACLs blocked unauthorized access.
Only Admin VLAN allowed to access server management interfaces.
✔ Performance
No broadcast storm.
Stable routing.
Efficient traffic segmentation.
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CONCLUSION
The goal of designing and implementing a scalable organizational network using Cisco Packet
Tracer was successfully achieved.
The project demonstrated:
Functional VLAN segmentation
Proper inter-VLAN routing
Automated IP assignment with DHCP
Secure network communication using ACLs
Stable and efficient performance
This network model can be expanded easily, making it suitable for small to medium-sized
organizations.
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FUTURE SCOPE
Future Enhancements
Implement MPLS backbone
Add firewall (Cisco ASA)
Introduce VoIP and IP Telephony
Utilize SNMP for monitoring
Add redundancy using HSRP/VRRP
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REFERENCES
1. Cisco Networking Academy Material
2. Cisco Packet Tracer Official Tutorials
3. “Computer Networks” by Andrew S. Tanenbaum
4. RFC Documentation
5. Networking blogs and standard design guidelines
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