Assignment title: Information
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ASSESSMENT INSTRUCTIONS
This project forms the assessment component for this course. You must successfully attempt and
complete all the tasks in this project before you can be judged as competent for this course and the
units of competency that the course aligns to.
The activities in this project conform to the elements for the unit of competency:
ICTNWK505 Design, build and test a network server
This is an assessment – instructors are not allowed to help you with these tasks but can provide
advice. If you find that you're stuck, return to an earlier activity that requires the same skills, and if
required, request assistance with that activity. Then transfer that knowledge to the project tasks.
When you have completed this project, submit the required documentation as outlined under the
Submission heading at the end of this document.
If you have not met the minimum required standard by completing all tasks to the required level,
the assessor will not sign the project off and you will be asked to re-submit the project once
remedial work has been completed for marking and sign-off again.
The main objective of this project assessment is to test your understanding in a practical way of the
concepts and skills you have learnt throughout the course and to assess that you meet the
competencies of the elements from the following unit of competency:
ICTNWK505 Design, build and test a network server
The performance criteria/learning outcomes are:
Element 1 - Plan and design network servers to meet business requirements
Element 2 - Prepare for network server installation
Element 3 - Build and configure servers according to design
Element 4 - Test and configure network servers
Element 5 - Complete and document network design and documentation
This project forms the assessment for this unit of competency. A student must demonstrate an
understanding of all elements of a particular unit of competency to be deemed competent.
Assessment methods have been designed to measure achievement of each competency in a flexible
manner over a range of assessment tasks
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Project Instructions
The WS2 Project which must be completed and submitted as part of this course is the assessment
method used to assess competency for this course. The project is a self-directed project which you
must complete on your own, but you are allowed to ask an Instructor for advice. This project should
only be completed after you have studied the learning guide.
If competency is not achieved in one or more tasks, the project will be returned to you for further
work on the task(s) identified as being unsatisfactory. You must undertake further work and
resubmit the task(s) for re-marking.
A Pass (PX), Fail (N) or Not Complete (NC) result for these units of competency will be awarded for
these competency assessment tasks. You may be required to undertake research and assessment
practice outside of regular session times in order to complete the assessment. Students are
reminded that they are expected to spend up to 50% more time outside of sessions, researching
and furthering their understanding of the concepts being taught, as they do in the sessions to
become competent in this course.
You are to use the information provided in this learning guide as a guide and research any further
information that you require by using the Internet or other sources. The work should be your own
and you should not copy information in this learning guide word for word or use another student's
work or text from the Internet. Assessors always compare your project against previous project
submissions and against Internet web sites checking for any plagiarism. Plagiarism is cheating and
will not be tolerated. If you do reference or quote any work in your submission that you have
sourced from the internet or other such sources this should be noted in your project.
As this project forms the assessment for this course, you must perform each of the steps without
assistance from instructors or other students. This project should take no more than 20 hours.
Presentation of your work is important. As such it is in your best interest to ensure that your
answers are presented in a professional manner. Make sure you clearly identify the question
number when you are answering and name the forms, queries and reports appropriately in your
database.
The project is split into two parts as follows:
Part A: Plan and design network server - A set of tasks where you analyse a scenario and
develop the network server design document, installation and testing plan.
Part B: Building, configure and test network server – A set of tasks that display your
knowledge and skills in setting up a workable network server by using Windows Server 2012
R2.
When you have completed the project, submit the project via the WS2 Project Upload link on the
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Using Virtual Box to build a Virtual Infrastructure
As well as Parts A and B, you will be required to complete the BVI – Build a Virtual Infrastructure
which is found on LMS. This you will do on your PC at Home.
You may be required to configure, and test a scenarios using a Windows Platform, such as Windows
8.1 or Windows Server 2012 R2 which is what you be tasked to in this course
The BVI course will take you step by step on what you have to do to create Virtual Machines that
will run your Windows Platform and enable you to complete your Assessments.
BVI will provide information that will allow you to:
Determine whether your PC has the minimum requirements and is able to Support
Virtualisation
Download the Virtual image from DreamSpark that you will use to install
Download the tools - Virtual Box
Create Virtual Machines that will run the Operating system with the images you
downloaded
Setup and configure the Operating system
Clone your Virtual Machine so that you only need to install it once to use it again and again.
You will require a PC that meets certain minimum requirements (BVI course Section 4) including
The PC's ability to support Virtualisation (BVI Section 1),
Download the Windows Platform images from the Web (BVI Section 2),
Install and run the Virtual Box Tool used to run the windows Platform (BVI Section 3)
Install and configure the Windows platform (BVI Section 4).
This part is important as your PC may not run properly if it does not have the minimum
requirements as laid out in the BVI Course.
If you have any problems with this consult with your instructor who may be able to help you.
Project Scenario
AH Grammar School is an independent day and boarding school for boys located in South-Eastern
Melbourne. It caters for about 1200 boys from Years 7 to 12.
The school campus is divided into two sections – Year 7 to 9 is the Middle School and Year 10 to 12
is the Senior School. They operate in an integrated manner and provide a seamless transition from
Year 9 into Year 10, while at the same time providing an educational environment which is tailored
to the needs of all age groups in each section of the school.
Middle Years Curriculum Offerings
The middle years can be a significant phase of personal, social and intellectual growth. It is a time
when students shape and develop understanding of their identities, build relationships in the
immediate community of their peers and find their place in the wider world. Along with an
increasing sense of independence as learners and as young people, they are beginning to develop
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Year 7
Drama
Outdoor Education
English
Humanities
Language Other than English
Mathematics
Design and Technology
Music
Physical Education and Health
Religious Education and Ethics
Science
Visual Arts
Year 8
Arts
Outdoor Education
English
Humanities
Design and Technology
Language Other than English
Mathematics
Physical Education
Religious Education and Ethics
Science
Year 9
Arts
English
Humanities
Language Other than English
Mathematics
Physical Education
Religious Education and Ethics
Science
Senior Years Curriculum Offerings
The Senior School endeavours to promote an adult style learning environment that is appropriate
for 15–18 year olds. Consistent with this approach, we encourage students to be proactive in
keeping themselves informed of developments around the campus and to initiate action to solve
any problems and issues that arise.
Year 10
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Science
Humanities and Business Studies
Health and PE
Technology
Performing Arts
Visual Arts
Year 11 and 12
English
Language Other Than English
Accounting
Business Management
Economics
Geography
History
Legal Studies
Physical Education
Religion and Society
Biology
Chemistry
Health and Human Development
Information Technology
Mathematics
Physics
Psychology
Art
Music Performance
Theatre Studies
Visual Communication Design
Background of the project
At the School Leadership meeting in early January 2015, Jessica, the Head of Curriculum, said that
school required an online assessment network server to be added to the school's network
infrastructure for online assessment administration and storage. Her department has already
developed most of the content for online assessments 3 months ago, and has had around 1.5GB of
online assessment resources that are waiting to be processed by the online assessment Design and
Management software on the proposed network server. This online assessment data was created
using Apache Open Office (version 4.0.1), and stored on a standalone laptop. This laptop runs
Windows XP Home Edition, and the hard disk was formatted in FAT32 file system.
The ICT support officer suggested to use an older server which has a built-in a 1.3 GHz processor, 2
GB RAM, and an 80 GB hard drive as a testing server, because it would meet the minimum
requirements for the online assessment server. Jessica was unhappy with the given machine, and
urged that the bare minimum technical specifications are only for the technology to work. She
considers that it is critical to deliver a high-quality learning and assessment experience for both
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In addition, AH Grammar School has a membership in the Microsoft Academic Volume Licensing
program. Under this program, the school can install Microsoft operating systems and applications
on school computers free of charge. Thus, the ICT Support Officer wishes to take advantage on the
Microsoft Academic Volume Licensing program to build this server.
Andrew, the Head Master of AH Grammar School, has asked you to be the manager for the Getting
Ready for Online Assessments project. He has asked you to design and plan the proposed online
assessment network server, and then install, configure, and test the server so that it meets the
requirements.
School current network infrastructure
AH Grammar School's network infrastructure runs on GbEthernet in a Windows Server 2012 R2
environment and is divided into two sections as per the following Figure.
Figure 1
School Administration Network
Runs on GbEthernet on two Cisco Catalyst 2950-24 switches.
Support the school's daily operations and student administration.
The network address for the Administration part of the network is 172.16.0.0 with the
Subnet Mask of 255.255.0.0.
There is an Admin Server acting as the Domain Controller in the School Administration
part of the network. The Admin Server runs Windows Server 2012 R2, with the IP
address of 172.16.0.10, the subnet mask of 255.255.0.0, and the Default Gateway as
172.16.255.254. The Full Qualified Domain Name (FQDN) for the Admin Server is
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The Default Gateway for the School Administration network is on the Cisco 2624
Router Fast Ethernet Interface 0/0. The IP address for this LAN interface is
172.16.255.254 with the Subnet Mask of 255.255.0.0.
There are two network printers in the School Administration part of the network which
are the Fuji Xerox DocuPrint M455DF (172.16.0.100/16) and the DocuPrint 3105
(172.16.0.101/16).
There are 12 desktops in the school's Administration network. The IP settings for these
desktops are configured to get IP addresses automatically from the DHCP server on
the Domain Controller.
Curriculum Network – for Teaching and Learning
Runs on GbEthernet on 13 Cisco Catalyst 2950-24 switches that cover 10 computer
labs, 6 staff offices, and the server room.
Support school's daily teaching and learning activities.
The network address for the Curriculum part of the network is 172.16.0.0 with the
Subnet Mask of 255.255.0.0.
There is a Domain Controller in the Curriculum part of the network. The Domain
Controller runs
Windows 2012 R2
IP address for the Admin Server as 172.16.0.11
Subnet Mask of 255.255.0.0,
Default Gateway as 172.16.255.254.
The FQDN is dc.ah.edu.au.
This Domain Controller also has built-in many server roles such as DHCP, DNS,
WINS, and IIS (including WWW and FTP) services.
The Default Gateway for the school Curriculum network is on the
Cisco 2624 Router Fast Ethernet Interface 0/0.
IP address for this LAN interface is 172.16.255.254
Subnet Mask of 255.255.0.0.
There are 17 Fuji Xerox DocuPrint 3105 network printers which are contained in
computer labs, staff offices, and the server room. The IP addresses range for these
network printers are between 172.16.0.102/16 to 172.16.0.118/16.
There are 22 desktops in each computer lab, 8 desktops in every Staff Office, and a
Domain Controller in the server room. The IP settings for these desktops are
configured to get IP addresses automatically from the DHCP server on the Domain
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Domain Controller for Curriculum Network
Operating System
Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard 64bits
Processor
Intel Xeon E3-1220 1 processor with 3.1GHz, 8MB, 80W (4 Processor core available)
Memory
16GB DIMM (Memory type 2Rx8 PC3-12800E-11, Total 4 Memory Slots)
Hard Drives
4 x LEF SAS/SATA/SSD Hot Pluggable Hard Disk 3.2TB (4 x 800GB)
Network
HP Ethernet 1GB 4-port HP Flexible Network Adapter
DVD+/-RW
SATA, Internal Optical Drive
Domain Controller for Administration Network
Operating System
Windows Server 2012 R2 Standard 64bits
Processor
Intel Xeon E5-2403 1.8GHz, 10M Cache,
Memory
16GB RDIMM 1600MT/s
Hard Drives
2 TB 7.2K RPM SATA 3Gbps Hard Disk
Network
On-board Broadcom 5720 Dual Port 1GB LOM Network Adapter
DVD ROM
SATA, Internal Optical Drive
Desktops
Operating System
Windows 7 Professional 64bits
Processor
Intel Core i3-4130 Processor with 3.4GHz, 3MB Cache
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Hard Drives
500GB 7200 rpm SATA 6 GB/s Hard Disk
Video Card
Intel HD Integrated Graphics
Network
1 GB Ethernet Integrated Network Adapter
DVD ROM
SATA, Internal Optical Drive
Summary
Description of problem
Due to the need of delivering a high-quality learning and assessment experience for students and
teachers, Jessica, the curriculum leader decided to move most school assessments to an online
environment. Her team has worked on converting assessment content to an online format in the
last three months. Most assessment conversion has already completed, and ready to be transferred
to the required network server. Currently, the school ICT Support Officer has prepared an old
machine - a Pentium IV 1.4GHz processor, 2 GB RAM, 80 GB hard drive for it. However, this old
machine seems to only meet the minimum technical specifications, and may not be suitable for the
job.
A new network server is required to be installed and configured on the school's network
infrastructure. It is to provide services for online assessment services for all students inside of the
school's network infrastructure.
The curriculum team has also requested to install and test an online assessment design and
management software called Exam Pro (Windows) on the new network server. More detailed
information regarding this application software can be found at: http://www.exam-software.com.
The Head Master of AH Grammar School has asked you to be the project manager for the Design,
Plan, and Test Online Assessment Server project. Your first job is to design and test the network
assessment server (prototype), and provide related documentation.
Solution adequacy
a) To plan and design an online assessment network server to meet the school's
requirements.
b) To prepare for server installation.
c) To build and configure the server according to the design.
d) To test the server configuration.
e) To provide server design and configuration documentation.WS2 Project
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Anticipated benefits of the new system
a) Reduce costs on running assessments.
b) Save teaching staff time in managing and marking their assessments.
c) Provide a secure assessment and testing environment.
d) Collaboration efficiency in resource sharing or accessing between teaching staff.
e) Flexibility of learning practices for all students.
f) Deliver a high-quality learning and assessment experience for students and teachers.
Time constraints
The new system should be completed as soon as possible.
Financial limits
Budget is adequate to cover implementation of a custom solution by your team. Any information
gathering methods employed need to be as economical as possible.
Project Preparation
At this stage, in the real world, you would prepare for this work according to legislation, WHS codes
and regulations, arrange access to the site, identify safety hazards, implement risk control
measures, and communicate with the clients. So, now would be a good time for you to re-visit the
PEF (PE1 and PE2) and CPY courses, and then think about how to prepare for this job by using soft
skills in a professional manner together with operating system and networking computing
knowledge and skills.
The following software for this project can be accessed from Project on LMS as follows:
Apache Open Office – Full Open Office is on LMS under Resources
Adobe Reader - Windows Installer on LMS under Resources
Exampro – Application on LMS under Resources (Trial and Buy Product)
Admintemplates_64bit.exe
Microsoft Platform Ready Test Tool V4.5 for Windows Server 2012 R2.msi
CCleaner Network Professional Trial Version
NOTE: For this project you will require to have two (2) Windows Server 2012
R2 images running on virtual box which simulates two Servers in real life. As
you learned in the BVI course, make sure you don't allocate too much
memory to these servers or your PC will have difficulty running. (Refer to full
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Project Preparation
To prepare for the WS2 project, you are required to set up the required network infrastructure by
installing Virtual Machines on Virtual Box and then configure them. The following operating system
installation media are required:
Windows Server 2012 R2
Windows 8.1
You should be able to download them from your dreamspark account. Make sure you set the
administrator credentials for the installed operating systems as Administrator (username) and
Password2 (password).
a) Create the first Virtual Machine running the Windows Server 2012 R2 OS, and then logon as
Administrator with password Password2, and configure it based on the given information
from the above scenario as follows:
Computer Name DC1
Domain Name: ah.edu.au
IP Address: 172.16.0.10
Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0
Default Gateway: 172.16.255.254
Preferred DNS: 172.16.0.10
Secondary DNS: 172.16.0.11
Firewall: Turn off both private and public firewall
File System: Shrink 5GB from C:\, and then format it with ReFS, and issue the
new Volume with a Drive Letter Z.
Server Roles and Features:
I. AD: Install AD, and configure the Domain Name as ah.edu.au for the Windows
Server 2012 environment only.
II. DHCP: Based on the given information from the project scenario, create a DHCP
scope then meets the needs of the network infrastructure.
NOTE: Exampro is a commercial Application and is subject to copyright after
the trial Period. (30 Days).
As a result of this, make sure when you install it you will give yourself enough
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III. DNS: Create a primary zone that stores the zone in Active Directory, configure
the Active Directory Zone Replication Scope to allow replication between all DNS
servers running on the Domain Controller on this domain, and allow only secure
dynamic updates.
IV. WINS: Install and configure with the default settings.
V. IIS: Install and configure IIS to create a very basic web site that displays
"Welcome to AH Grammar School" in the centre of the page. If you have some
difficulties in working with IIS, please refer to topic 3 of section 3 in the NOS
course.
b) Create the second Virtual Machine running the Windows Server 2012 R2 OS, and logon as
Administrator with password Password2, and configure it based on the given information
from the above scenario as the follows:
Computer Name DC2 (Refer to the Figure 1 Diagram)
Domain Name: ah.edu.au
IP Address: 172.16.0.11
Subnet Mask: 255.255.0.0
Default Gateway: 172.16.255.254
Preferred DNS: 172.16.0.10
Secondary DNS: 172.16.0.11
Firewall: Turn off both private and public firewall.
File System: Shrink 5GB from C:\, and then format it with ReFS, and issue the
new Volume with a Drive Letter Y.
Server Roles and Features:
I. AD: Install AD, and configure it to join the Domain ah.edu.au in the Windows Server
2012 environment.
II. DNS: Create a primary zone that store the zone in Active Directory, configure the
Active Directory Zone Replication Scope to allow replication between all DNS servers
running on the Domain Controller on this domain, and allow only secure dynamic
updates.
III. WINS: Install and configure with the default settings.WS2 Project
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Part A: Plan and Design a Network Server
Task 1
Create a Server Design document based on the "Template for Part A Design Document" file on the
LMS, and then save it as WS2_Design_PA_xxx.docx (where xxx is your student ID).
You must use all the headings in the template that guide you in input your content for each section
such as:
Overview
Introduction
Purpose etc.
In this document, you need to collect and analyse data from the project scenario to assess the
business problem, and identify the network server specifications:
I. Consult with Client and key Stakeholders to identify Requirements. In this case that
would be the Principal, Curriculum Team including the manager, staff members where
necessary but for this assessment you can discuss this with your instructor.
II. Assess any problems with the current infrastructure, opportunities etc. and confirm
details with the appropriate person. You can use your instructor to confirm your findings.
You need to collect and analyse data from the project scenario to assess the business
problem, and identify the network server specifications and where it should be located
in the school network infrastructure. Explain why you would put it there.
III. Explain the benefits of having this server included in the network infrastructure.
IV. Provide a data migration plan for the project to protect the existing data
V. This section provides a list of detailed server hardware components that includes the
processor, memory, storage, video card, network card, data cable, power supply, data
backup device, and any additional hardware that you consider necessary for building the
online assessment network server.
VI. Find suitable hardware components to build this server, or a well-packaged pre-built
server from the current market. You must include the web site addresses or other
references regarding where you found the suggested hardware components, and then
acknowledge it in the Design References section.
VII. Provide a prototype design that meets the client requirements, performance standards,
and quality expectations in terms of Services, Applications, Security and redundancy. As
part of your design you must include the following:
o Software and Network Operating system choices such as design and management
software, auditing tools, applications if needed. You must identify the software by
name and give a brief description on installation requirements, how to configure
the software to meet the required business needs
o Windows 2012 R2 is the NOS recommended. Explain if you agree/disagree with this
choice
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o The online assessment proposed is call Exam Pro. Write a brief description (half a
page) introducing this product. (access www.exam.software.com for more
information on this product
o You must suggest at least 5 built in monitoring and auditing tools you could use to
test the server after installation. Select one and explain your reasons why you
would choose this one
o Network Operating System Configuration. For this you need to determine which
type of file system you would use, how you would configure it e.g. hard disk
partitions etc. and explain how you would migrate the existing online assessment
data to this server location.
o You must list all the required server roles and features, and then explain (by using
one or two sentences) why you need these server roles and features.
o Server Security - you must provide at least a one-page overview of how to design
the server security features that will be associated with the school's network
infrastructure. You must seriously consider all security related issues.
o Include design references as bibliography of key design references and deliverables
o Include a Glossary of all terms used in the Design Template. If it takes a lot of pages,
you can attach it as an appendix in your document.
VIII. Create a Testing Plan to ensure the new system meets all the necessary requirements.
Use the Sample Test Reporting Template as a guide for this
Task 2
Create a plan for preparing server installation based on the "Template for Part A Plan Document"
file on the LMS, and then save it as WS2_Plan_PA_xxx.docx (where xxx is your student ID).
For the following tasks, you need to include the information in your Server Design document and
provide some brief description of the installation and testing plan. You are not expected to write
numerous pages of information.
I. In this document, you need to develop a plan to prepare for the network server
installation. This plan should be comprehensive and include as much information as
possible.
II. As part of the preparation, you need to do a risk assessment for any potential problems
that may occur.
III. You will also need to plan and execute a data backup in preparation of the new install.
IV. You must include a test plan for checking the network server configuration according
to the design. Use the Sample Test Reporting Template as a guide for this
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Part B – Building, Configure and Test Network Server
Set up and configure a prototype online assessment network server, and test the server based on
your design criteria and implementation plans from Part A. The network server should meet the
following requirements.
First here are some basic instructions that you need to take note of:
a) The practical section of this assessment is made up of a series of tasks. Each task will
complete part of the overall solution. You will be required to complete these task on your
PC using the Virtual Box Virtualisation tool.
b) Read all tasks before starting task 1. Tasks that follow may affect the way in which you will
need to attempt earlier tasks.
c) Attempt the tasks in the order shown; some items are required for later tasks.
d) Attempt all tasks. If you are unable to complete a task, continue with the next one.
Unfinished tasks will also be assessed.
e) While many of the task instructions outline the steps you will need to take to complete the
task, some also require you to decide on the best way to complete that task for yourself.
f) Unless a particular way of completing a task is specified you may complete the task in any
way you like.
g) Make sure you provide screenshots as evidence of having competed the task and attach it
to your project document when you upload it for assessment
During the practical part of this assessment you will determine the business needs and
requirements of AH Grammar School and translate these into a set of technical specifications using
a development methodology.
NOTE: Note: If your PC starts to operate very slowly, it could be you have
allocated too much Memory to the server Virtual Machines. Check to make
sure this is not the case.
If the memory is ok, then it could be the PC CPU is being overworked. Check
performance using Task Manager. If you have any problems, you may ask your
Instructor for help
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You should use Microsoft Word to record required screenshots as evidence as directed on
completion of each task.
Make sure you name the files and label the documents and screenshots as indicated in the
instructions and save your work regularly.
Write your answers in a document, and then save this document as WS2_Project_PB_xxx.docx
(where xxx is your student ID).
The tasks for Part B are as follows:
Task 1 – Prepare the Two Servers DC1 and DC2
In the Project Preparation stage you installed and configured two Virtual Machines each with
windows 2012 Server OS. Both Virtual Machines act as the DC1 and DC2 in the current school's
network infrastructure. You must make ensure that both domain controllers work according to the
description in the project preparation section before integrating the proposed online assessment
server into their infrastructure.
You need to provide screenshots of the VM running with the Windows 2012 OS. Include also
screenshots of DC1 and DC2 operating and taking to each other. Attach these screenshots to your
document WS2_Project_PB_xxx.docx
Task 2 – Start up the new Assessment Server and Connect the new server to the school's
network infrastructure
Create a third Virtual Machine with windows 2012 OS running as the proposed online assessment
server, and then configure it based on your design that you created in your online assessment
network server design document (Part A Task 1).
You must also install required application software on the new online assessment server (Refer to
Appendix A – Create share folders on your Virtual Box on how to transfer installation files from the
LMS on to your virtual machine.).
Your instructor will consider the average requirements of the proposed server in general, and then
assess this task according to your own design document. In your configuration, you should include
the follows (but not limited to):
a) Configure the server name, and IP settings according to your design document.
b) Join the school's domain either as a Domain Controller or as a member server according to
your design.
NOTE: In this case study, it is possible to either configuring the new server as
a domain controller or a member server. For this assessment, it is sufficient
that your online assessment server has been configured according to your
design from Part A, and provided it works with the school current network
infrastructure in Part B.
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c) Install and configure required server roles and features according to your design document.
d) Make sure the connectivity between the newly installed server and the network
infrastructure works.
e) Install the required application software on the new online assessment server according to
your design, and make sure Windows update service is configured for automatic updates
for operating systems.
You must provide:
I. Screenshots that shows all three Windows Server 2012 R2 are in the designed
domain environment.
II. Screenshots that shows installed server roles and features for each Windows
Server 2012 R2 according to your design.
III. Screenshots that shows the network connectivity between the three Windows
Server 2012 R2.
IV. Screenshots that shows the required application software being installed on the
new online assessment server.
V. Save the above screenshots into the WS2_Project_PB_xxx.docx file as the solution
for Part B Task 2.
Task 3 – Implement Security and Test the new Server
According to your server design in Part A, apply a set of Group Policies (at least 5 policies) on the
new online assessment server to ensure maximum security.
Create a Virtual Machine with Windows 8.1 and join it to the school's domain. Use this to then test
your Group Policies and other configurations.
You must provide the following:
a) Test your server Group Policies, and record the testing results on your Test Plan that you
designed for Part A Task 2. You must also provide screenshots of the configured Group
Policies on your new server.
NOTE: In the current school network infrastructure, there are already two
domain controllers running required server roles and features. If you did a
good job in your server design stage, the required server roles and features
on the new online assessment server are limited.
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b) You must provide at least 5 tools/utilities to test the new server, and then record the testing
result on your Test Plan that you designed for Part A Task 2. The tools /utilities chosen must
be relevant to this project and are able to perform the tests detailed in your test plan.
c) You must provide 5 screenshots of the test output from those 5 tools/utilities that you
selected.
d) Complete a test on server data backup and restore (you are only required to backup and
restore a small amount of data such as a folder), and then provide screenshots that show a
successful backup and restore operation.
e) Save the above screenshots together with the completed Test Plan into the
WS2_Project_PB_xxx.docx file as the solution for Part B Task 3.
Project Submission
When you have completed the project, submit the required documentation via the WS2 Project
Upload link on the LMS system as detailed below
A zip file called xxx_ws2_project.zip (where xxx is your student number) which contains all
your documents. It should contain the following files:
WS2_Design_PA_xxx.docx
WS2_Plan_PA_xxx.docx
WS2_Project_PB_xxx.docx
NOTE: Troubleshoot your configuration if your tests encounter problems. You
are required to record the troubleshooting results if there are any.