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Which three questions must be answered before continuing with the IOS selection and upgrade?
Which three questions must be answered before continuing with the IOS selection and upgrade?
What is used to access a Cisco 2960 switch when performing an initial configuration in a secure environment?
What is used to access a Cisco 2960 switch when performing an initial configuration in a secure environment?
Console port
Which two functions are provided to users by the context-sensitive help feature of the Cisco IOS CLI?
Which two functions are provided to users by the context-sensitive help feature of the Cisco IOS CLI?
Which two characters are allowed as part of the hostname of a Cisco device?
Which two characters are allowed as part of the hostname of a Cisco device?
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What is a result of using the service password-encryption command on a Cisco network device?
What is a result of using the service password-encryption command on a Cisco network device?
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What is the fastest way to test whether a banner is properly configured on a Cisco device?
What is the fastest way to test whether a banner is properly configured on a Cisco device?
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What action can a technician take to discard saved changes in the current configuration file?
What action can a technician take to discard saved changes in the current configuration file?
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Which interface allows remote management of a Layer 2 switch?
Which interface allows remote management of a Layer 2 switch?
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Why would a Layer 2 switch need an IP address?
Why would a Layer 2 switch need an IP address?
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What benefit does DHCP provide to a network?
What benefit does DHCP provide to a network?
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What criterion must be followed in the design of an IPv4 addressing scheme for end devices?
What criterion must be followed in the design of an IPv4 addressing scheme for end devices?
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What is a user trying to determine when issuing a ping 10.1.1.1 command on a PC?
What is a user trying to determine when issuing a ping 10.1.1.1 command on a PC?
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What is a console port?
What is a console port?
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What is a virtual interface?
What is a virtual interface?
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What is an AUX port?
What is an AUX port?
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Study Notes
IOS Upgrade Considerations
- Identify which models of routers and switches need updates.
- Check if devices have sufficient RAM and flash memory for new IOS versions.
- Determine the features required for the devices before selecting an IOS.
Accessing Cisco 2960 Switch
- Use the console port for local access, connecting via a serial or USB interface.
Context-Sensitive Help in Cisco IOS CLI
- Displays a list of available commands based on the current mode.
- Provides options, keywords, or arguments related to the entered command.
Hostname Guidelines for Cisco Devices
- Hostnames can include letters, digits, and underscores.
- Must start with a letter, end with a letter or digit, and contain fewer than 64 characters.
- Spaces and special characters (other than dashes) are not allowed.
Service Password Encryption
- Activating the service password-encryption command masks passwords in the configuration view.
Testing Banner Configuration
- To quickly test a banner message, exit enable mode and press Enter.
Discarding Configuration Changes
- Use the reload command without saving the running configuration to revert changes made during troubleshooting.
Remote Management Interface for Layer 2 Switch
- The switch virtual interface (SVI) enables remote management.
Need for IP Address on Layer 2 Switch
- An IP address is essential for remote management of the switch.
Benefits of DHCP for Networks
- DHCP automates IP address assignment, allowing hosts to connect without manual configuration.
IPv4 Addressing Scheme Criteria
- Each IP address assigned to end devices must be unique within the local network.
Purpose of Ping Command
- The command
ping 10.1.1.1is used to check connectivity with the specified destination device.
Console Port Functionality
- Displays startup processes, debugging information, and error messages; assists in restoring configurations.
Virtual Interface Characteristics
- Requires an active network connection and supports remote access through Telnet or SSH protocols.
AUX Port Information
- AUX ports are not supported on Catalyst switch devices.
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