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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 a Cisco ASR 920 Series Aggregation Services Router from a console, connect a terminal to
the router console port.
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Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup , page 93
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Powering Up the Router, page 94
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Configuring the Router at Startup, page 95
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Safely Powering Off the Router, page 97
Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup
Ensure that the following conditions are addressed before starting up the router:
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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
no 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 the 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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