It is difficult to imagine well-coordinated work of office employees without a computer local area network. Fast data exchange and user interaction with each other is the basis of productive activity.
Necessary
- - router;
- - network cables.
Instructions
Step 1
In the conditions of modern life, employees should not only work harmoniously with each other, but also have access to external resources. Because of this, it is much more reasonable to use a router to build an office LAN. Purchase this device based on its specifications.
Step 2
If your router does not have enough LAN ports, which are needed to connect computers and some peripheral devices, purchase a network hub. Prepare the required number of patch cords. In this case, it is recommended to use cables with straight crimped connectors.
Step 3
Connect computers to the router. Connect one of the LAN ports to the same connector on the network hub. Now connect other computers to the switch.
Step 4
Locate the Internet (WAN) port on the router. Connect the cable provided to you by your ISP to it. If the local network will include MFPs or printers that work with network channels, also connect them to the switch.
Step 5
Open the router settings menu. To do this, turn on any computer connected to this device or hub. Launch an Internet browser and open the router's web interface.
Step 6
Configure the Internet connection by going to the WAN menu. Select the mode of issuing IP addresses to networked computers. If you do not plan to use specific peripheral equipment, please activate the DHCP function.
Step 7
With this configuration of the router, enable automatic acquisition of an IP address for the network cards of all computers. If you are not using the DHCP function, then set static values for the IP addresses. They must match the first three segments. Those. the general view of the IP-address will look like this: 156.193.142. XYZ.
