Let’s Get Set Up By 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 Consider Computer Types Operating System Getting Wired Internet Connections Firewall Protection Hardware Server Printing Capabilities Domain Name Telecommunication VOIP option (voice over internet) Recovery/Backup
Computer Types Workstations ◦ 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
Operating Systems Windows 2008 Server Business Edition Windows 2008 Server Standard (web) Windows 7 Pro
Getting Wired Pros ◦ 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 $
Firewall Protection ◦ XXX Firewall ◦ Only allow port 80 traffic ◦ Create DMZ if hosting Web Server Applications
Hardware Server Hosting Active directories, Print queues SQL database if required Web Server If your hosting a customer based application / service On/Off-site Network Maintenance ◦ around the clock monitoring of vital network statistics ◦ Web Based Support System
Printer Options Networked 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 Name Define Domain Setup Active Directories (user accounts) Register Domain name if outside access required
Off-Site Recovery/Backup Used in case of fire/emergency in the office. Data accessed by the Internet Account management, over-the-phone support Central management for multiple data locations Database and backup Backups can be done automatically $250/month for GB($3000 a year)
Security Administrators/Administrative Assistants ◦ Add/Delete users ◦ Set User permissions ◦ Define Sharing Permissions Sharing Files ◦ All Users have ability to share non-critical files
Office Layout 4 – laptops for Execs. 16 – desktops 2 Black only printers ◦ In Common Area 1and 3 1 color printer ◦ Located in Common Area 2 2 – Copiers ◦ Located in Common 1&3 Servers/Firewall/Switches ◦ Located in the Storage Closet
Conclusion Topics 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
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