Single-Core Network Construction Solution for a Middle School in Shanxi

In the information age, traditional teaching models have many limitations in terms of information transmission and resource sharing. To better adapt to the development of information technology and the needs of educational reform, the importance of constructing a single-core network system in schools is increasingly highlighted. The construction of a single-core network in schools provides unlimited possibilities for the efficient integration and optimal allocation of educational resources.

Through a single-core network, schools can centrally store teaching resources, courseware, teaching videos, etc., on a central server for access and use by teachers and students anytime, anywhere. This not only improves the utilization rate of teaching resources but also saves the cost of redundant construction and maintenance.

Customer Background:

A middle school in Shanxi is looking to change its traditional teaching model, improve teaching efficiency, and optimize teaching resources by upgrading its campus network to a single-core network construction model. This will facilitate interaction and communication between teachers and students, enhancing teaching outcomes. The school requires the upgraded network to support multimedia teaching, support e-book reading in the library, ensure internet speed, and safeguard school data security while improving management efficiency.

Importance of Network Construction:

• Enhancing Teaching Efficiency: The construction of a single-core network provides efficient integration of teaching resources and optimizes teaching configurations. Schools can store teaching resources, videos, and courseware on a server for easy access by the entire school.
• Supporting Multimedia Teaching: The construction of a single-core network can support multimedia teaching, enriching classroom teaching forms. Teachers can use real-time video, animations, and other multimedia resources to enrich teaching content, stimulating students' interest in learning and better helping them understand and master knowledge points.
• Promoting Teacher-Student Interaction: The construction of a single-core network can facilitate interaction between teachers and students, improving teaching efficiency. Teachers can post assignments and learning materials on the platform, and students can submit assignments and participate in discussions, enhancing interaction and aiding in personalized teaching and improved teaching outcomes.
• Ensuring Data Security: Traditional network architectures are prone to data security risks, affected by external attacks and internal management chaos. A single-core network with centralized management can effectively ensure data security and integrity.

Challenges Faced:

• Shortage of Technical Personnel: The construction of a single-core network requires professional network knowledge for implementation and maintenance. The existing technical personnel may not be capable of this task, necessitating cooperation with professional third-party IT teams and internal staff training.
• System Compatibility Issues: The construction of a single-core network must consider whether there is any conflict with existing equipment. A detailed system assessment and testing are required, along with a comprehensive migration or replacement plan.
• Network Security Risks: Although centralized management of a single-core network improves data security, it also means that if a security vulnerability or attack occurs, the entire system could be affected. Schools must pay close attention to network security, install firewalls and antivirus software, conduct regular security audits, and develop emergency response plans.
• Continuous Maintenance and Upgrade: After the network is put into use, schools should also consider subsequent maintenance and upgrades. A complete maintenance mechanism should be established to ensure stable system operation and regular upgrades and optimizations to adapt to changing needs and technological developments.

Solution:

This project mainly adopts the single-core network construction method, using centralized management to ensure the security and integrity of school data. Through unified security policies and permission management, schools can better prevent information leaks and improve overall management efficiency.

Product Recommendations:

The preferred solution for the single-core local area network construction project of this school is as follows:

• Router: C8300-2N2S-6T *1 unit: Provides high-performance edge routing and redundancy.
• Firewall: FPR3130-ASA-K9 *1 unit: Ensures network security and dual failure transfer capability.
• Core Switch: C9404R *1 unit: Acts as the center of the network, handling a large amount of data transmission.
• Aggregation Switch: C9300L-24T-4X *3 units: Connects the core layer and access layer, providing better traffic management and policy implementation.
• Access Switch: C1300-24P-4X *10 units: Provides access points for end users.
• AC Controller: C9800-L-F-K9 *1 unit: Manages all wireless access points.
• Wireless AP: C9120AXI *60 units: Provides extensive wireless coverage.

Product List:

Product Name	Model	Product Picture	Quantity	Brand
Router	C8300-2N2S-6T		1	Cisco
Firewall	FPR3130-ASA-K9		1	Cisco
Core Switch	C9404R		1	Cisco
Aggregation Switch	C9300L-24T-4X		3	Cisco
Access Switch	C1300-24P-4X		10	Cisco
AC Controller	C9800-L-F-K9		1	Cisco
Wireless AP	C9120AXI		60	Cisco

Project Highlights:

The construction of a single-core network in middle school education is of great significance. It not only enhances teaching efficiency and resource utilization but also enriches teaching forms, promotes teacher-student interaction, ensures data security, and promotes the construction of educational informatization. In the information age, schools should actively promote the construction of a single-core network to better adapt to the new requirements of educational development, improve the quality of education, and enhance the competitiveness of the school.