Network Infrastructure Upgrade Project

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Network Infrastructure Upgrade Project

• Keeping the Pipeline Open
• Information Services
• www.is.morgan.com

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Our Mission in IS

• Addressing computing and communications issues
• Serving those needs effectively and efficiently
• Maintaining high-quality tech support

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Network Problems

• Reliability unstable
• Available bandwidth cannot handle demand
• Physical connectivity is weakest link

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Other Needs

• Firewall
• Wireless
• Increased capacity

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Phases
3
Assessment
Planning
Construction
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NetworkAssessment
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Assessing Needs
Locate, identify, and record existing voice and
data drops in all areas
Determine needs for expanded voice and data
capacity
Consider impact of planned space redesign or
remodeling
Evaluate server needs and consolidation plans
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NetworkPlanning
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Scope of Improvements
High speed backbone fiber optic cable
High speed copper cable to the desktop
Upgraded/relocated network closets
Wireless connections available
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NetworkConstruction
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Sequence of Work
1North
2South
3East
4West