Let’s Get Set UpBy Michael Crawford

Situation at Hand Basic Needs

◦ Budget of $25-50,000 ◦ Connection to an ISP to access internet

Security◦ Network security monitored by a firewall◦ File security through monitored and consistent back up

Off-site backup recommended

Computers◦ 4 Laptops for management ◦ 16 Desktop computers

Printers/Copiers◦ 4 Personal Printers for management◦ 2 fast black and white printers for common printing◦ 1 common color printer ◦ 2 copiers for the common areas

Things to ConsiderComputer TypesOperating SystemGetting WiredInternet ConnectionsFirewall ProtectionHardware ServerPrinting CapabilitiesDomain NameTelecommunication VOIP option (voice over

internet)

Recovery/Backup

Computer TypesWorkstations

◦Average cost is $600◦Average Monitor cost $150

Laptops◦Average cost per a business laptop is

$1000◦Use of Docking stations

Prices range from $100 - $350

◦Flexibility to go on site with the customer

Laptop/Desktop Proposal

Remaining Budget; $4,260.00

Laptops; $3,600.00

Black Printer; $2,000.00Color Printer; $1,500.00

Server; $12,000.00

Docking stations; $600.00

Personal Printers for Executives; $340.00

Workstations; $9,600.00

Monitors; $2,400.00

Network Router, Switches; $600.00

Firewall; $5,000.00

Internet Service(yearly); $3,600.00

Data Backup Services(yearly);

$3,000.00

Network Maintenance(monthly);

$1,500.00

Remaining Budget

Laptops

Black Printer

Color Printer

Server

Docking stations

Personal Printers for Executives

Workstations

Monitors

Network Router, Switches

Firewall

Internet Service(yearly)

Data Backup Services(yearly)

Network Maintenance(monthly)

Operating SystemsWindows 2008 Server Business

EditionWindows 2008 Server Standard

(web)

Windows 7 Pro

Getting WiredPros

◦ Stability Very little interference

from other equipment

◦ Highest Performance

◦ Fast Speed Standard Ethernet

cable up to 100 Mbps

◦ Faster Speed Gigabit Ethernet cable

up to 1000 Mbps

Cons◦ Higher set up cost

1 roll (1000 ft will cost about $75)

◦ Running of wires for each computer

◦ Expanding your network

◦ Replacing a faulty wire

Internet Capability

• Business Class Internet Service Provider

• Bandwidth Based on: • External Access Requirements• Client access to a hosted service

•Monthly fee• $300-500

Firewall Protection◦XXX Firewall ◦Only allow port 80 traffic◦Create DMZ if hosting Web Server

Applications

Hardware ServerHosting Active directories, Print queues SQL

database if requiredWeb Server If your hosting a customer based

application / serviceOn/Off-site Network Maintenance

◦ around the clock monitoring of vital network statistics

◦ Web Based Support System

Printer OptionsNetworked Printer (Routed through Print

server service) Double sided print, color, etc what every you need

Multi Function Printers (Print, Scan to file)

Personal Desktop printer for Executives

Domain NameDefine DomainSetup Active Directories (user

accounts)

Register Domain name if outside access required

Off-Site Recovery/BackupUsed in case of fire/emergency in the

office.Data accessed by the InternetAccount management, over-the-phone

supportCentral management for multiple data

locationsDatabase and email backupBackups can be done automatically$250/month for 300-499GB($3000 a

year)

SecurityAdministrators/Administrative

Assistants◦Add/Delete users◦Set User permissions◦Define Sharing Permissions

Sharing Files◦All Users have ability to share non-

critical files

Office Layout4 – laptops for Execs.16 – desktops2 Black only printers

◦ In Common Area 1and 31 color printer

◦ Located in Common Area 2

2 – Copiers◦ Located in Common 1&3

Servers/Firewall/Switches◦ Located in the Storage

Closet

ConclusionTopics covered

◦ Computer Types◦ Price Proposal◦ Types of

Operating Systems

◦ Wired Network◦ Internet

Capabilities◦ Firewall Protection◦ Hardware Server

◦ Printer Options◦ Domain Name◦ Off-Site

Backup/Recovery◦ Security◦ Office Layout

Final ThoughtsQuestions, Comments,

Concerns????◦Please feel free to contact me◦Email

mcrawf12@kent.edu

◦Phone (555)-555-5555