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Cisco Router Initial Configuration
This chapter guides you through a basic router configuration, which is sufficient for you to access your
network. Complex configuration procedures are beyond the scope of this publication and can be found in
the modular configuration and modular command reference publications in the Cisco IOS software
configuration documentation set that corresponds to the software release installed on your Cisco hardware.
To configure the Cisco Router from a console, you need to connect a terminal to the router console port.
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Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup , page 113
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Powering Up the Cisco Router, page 114
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Configuring the Cisco Router at Startup, page 116
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Safely Powering Off the Cisco Router, page 119
Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup
Ensure that the following conditions are addressed before starting up the router:
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The Route Switch Processor (RSP) is installed.
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The optional Gigabit Ethernet Management port cable is installed.
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The chassis is securely mounted and grounded.
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The power and interface cables are connected.
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Your PC with terminal emulation program (HyperTerminal or equivalent) is connected to the console
port and powered up.
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Your PC terminal emulation program is configured for 9600 baud, 8 data bits, 1 stop-bit, no parity, and
flow control is set to none.
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You have selected passwords for access control.
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Captive installation screws are tight on all removable components.
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The console terminal is turned on.
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You have determined the IP addresses for the Ethernet and serial interfaces.
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