30 Questions
Where is the running configuration of a switch saved?
DRAM
What is the purpose of the copy running-config startup-config command?
To copy the running configuration to the startup configuration
What is the command to copy the startup configuration to a different filename on the device?
copy startup-config flash:filename
Why would you not want to save configuration changes to the startup configuration?
Because you might want to change the configuration for a short time period
What is the command to back up the running configuration to the startup configuration?
copy running-config startup-config
Where can you store the configuration of a switch?
In either the NVRAM section of Flash memory or a TFTP server
What is the primary purpose of storing multiple startup-config versions?
To roll back to a point in time if the configuration has problems
What is the recommended syntax to use when you are unfamiliar with the network device you are working with?
The formal and complete syntax
What command is used to restore a saved configuration over the current configuration?
copy flash:config.bak1 startup-config
What is the purpose of the reload command in privileged EXEC mode?
To restart the switch and reload the new startup configuration
What is the restriction on using the reload command?
It cannot be used from a virtual terminal if the switch is not set up for automatic booting
What happens to the system when the reload command is used and the system is set to restart on error?
It reboots itself
What happens if you answer 'yes' when prompted to save the configuration after issuing the reload command?
The file you just restored is overwritten.
What is the primary purpose of backing up the configuration files to a TFTP server?
To ensure that the configuration is archived along with network data.
What is the result of entering the copy startup-config running-config command?
Existing commands from the startup configuration are added to the running configuration.
Why should you be careful when using the copy startup-config running-config command?
It can lead to unintended results in the running configuration.
What is the purpose of the restriction that prevents the system from dropping to the ROM monitor?
To prevent the system from taking the remote user's control.
What should you consider when issuing the reload command?
Whether the current running configuration is the one you want to be active after reload.
What happens to the switch when the startup configuration file is erased during a reboot?
It enters the setup program for reconfiguration
What is the purpose of using the erase nvram: or erase startup-config command?
To clear the contents of the startup configuration
What is the consequence of deleting a stored configuration file without a backup?
The file cannot be restored
What command is used to delete a file from Flash memory?
delete flash:filename
What happens after the configuration has been erased or deleted?
You can reload the switch to initiate a new configuration
What is the default behavior of the switch when deleting a file from Flash memory?
It prompts for confirmation before deleting the file
What is a benefit of having a backup configuration for a switch?
It saves you time in case the switch hardware fails
What is the purpose of using a TFTP server to store switch configurations?
To protect the configuration in case of a catastrophic switch failure
What is the first step in uploading a configuration file from a switch to a TFTP server?
Verify that the TFTP server is running on your network
What is the function of the Cisco IOS built-in TFTP client?
To connect to a TFTP server on your network
What is the command to upload the switch configuration to a TFTP server?
Why is it important to have a backup of the switch configuration?
To save time in case the switch hardware fails
Learn how to load and store switch configurations on flash memory and a TFTP server, and understand the process of backing up and restoring switch configurations. This topic is essential for apprentice network technicians. This quiz covers the basics of switch management and configuration backup and restore.
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