Hospital Network Implementation

Project Overview

This project focused on designing and implementing a secure, scalable, and efficient network infrastructure for a modern hospital spanning three floors. The design supports fast communication, secure data access, and seamless operation across medical, administrative, and guest areas.

Key Implementation Areas

• Network Design: Built in PNETLab using Layer 3 switches, VLANs, and HSRP for redundancy.
• Server Configuration: Implemented MCSA with Active Directory, DHCP, Group Policies, and domain services.
• Security: Deployed FortiGate firewall with FSSO for internal users and Captive Portal for guests.

Tools Used

• PNETLab for network simulation and topology testing.
• VMware for virtualized Windows Server setup.

Core Network Topology

• 2 Core Switches for inter-VLAN routing and high availability.
• 6 Access Switches distributed across departments and floors.
• VLAN segmentation for Management, IT, Doctors, Nursing, Finance, Guests, CCTV, and VoIP.

Infrastructure Highlights

• Over 400 data points and structured cabling for devices like PCs, IP phones, and printers.
• Wi-Fi Access Points deployed based on user density and hospital layout.
• Domain structure with OUs for role-based access and GPO enforcement.
• Roaming profiles and home folders for staff mobility.

Security Features

• FortiGate firewall with LDAP-integrated FSSO for internal users.
• Captive Portal for guest VLAN to ensure safe internet access.
• Application control, antivirus, and web filtering profiles for network protection.

Network Topology

Configuration on Core Switches

Server Configurations (AD, GPO, DHCP)

FortiGate Firewall Configurations

End devices Test

Testing & Results – Video Demonstration

Watch a walkthrough of the practical implementation, including the network setup in PNETLab, server configuration, and FortiGate firewall testing.