The first one is implemented between the Computer Centre facilities in Run Run Shaw Building and Old Library Building. The set up of this ATM network is depicted in Figure 2. The router performs routing between VLANs of the ATM networks and the Campus Network backbone using IP and IPX protocols. Meng Wah Complex consists of two separate buildings from the viewpoint of networking. At present, the teacher is required to configure his computer so that the correct IP address parameters are set for a specific classroom.
Many people using the classroom find such set up process uneasy and inconvenient.
A VLAN for all the centrally managed classrooms to improve the situation is being implemented in Meng Wah Comples and New Library Building. When it is completed, using a computer installed with the required software provided by the Computer Centre, the teacher using a classroom in these buildings will only need to plug it into the network point in the classroom and start it up. An IP address will then be assigned to the computer automatically. No manual configuration is needed at the spot and it will be straightforward to connect to the Campus Network. For more information, please contact the undersigned.