Cisco Switch Boot Sequence and Remote Management

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What command is used to set the BOOT environment variable in a Cisco switch?

The boot system global configuration mode command is used to set the BOOT environment variable in a Cisco switch.

What must be configured in a switch to prepare it for remote management access?

To prepare a switch for remote management access, the switch must be configured with an IP address and a subnet mask.

What is the purpose of auto-MDIX in a switch interface?

When auto-MDIX is enabled, the interface automatically detects the required cable connection type (straight-through or crossover) and configures the connection appropriately.

How does full-duplex communication increase effective bandwidth in a switch?

Full-duplex communication increases effective bandwidth by allowing both ends of a connection to transmit and receive data simultaneously. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Telnet and what are its security vulnerabilities?

The purpose of Telnet is to provide remote access to devices for configuration and management. Its security vulnerabilities include unsecure plaintext transmission of login authentication and data. Signup and view all the answers

What is SSH and how does it address the security vulnerabilities of Telnet?

SSH is a protocol that provides secure remote connections by using strong encryption for device authentication and data transmission, addressing the security vulnerabilities of Telnet. Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the 'k9' in an IOS filename?

The 'k9' in an IOS filename indicates that the software supports cryptographic features and capabilities. Signup and view all the answers

What are the steps to configure SSH on a switch?

The steps to configure SSH on a switch include verifying switch support, configuring the IP domain, generating RSA key pairs, configuring user authentication, configuring VTY lines, and enabling SSH version 2. Signup and view all the answers

What initial configuration tasks should be performed on a router?

Initial configuration tasks on a router should include naming the device, configuring passwords, configuring a banner for unauthorized access notification, and saving the changes. Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinguishing feature between switches and routers in terms of interfaces supported?

Routers support LANs and WANs and can interconnect different types of networks, therefore supporting many types of interfaces. Signup and view all the answers

What is the IPv4 loopback interface and its characteristics?

The IPv4 loopback interface is a logical interface internal to the router, not assigned to a physical port, and cannot be connected to any other device. Signup and view all the answers

What commands can be used to identify the status of an interface?

Commands such as 'show ip interface brief', 'show ipv6 interface brief', 'show running-config interface interface-id', 'show ip route', and 'show ipv6 route' can be used to identify the status of an interface. Signup and view all the answers

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