Cisco Systems 7200 VXR guide

Chapter 4 Observing System Startup and Performing a Basic Configuration

Replacing or Recovering a Lost Password

The enable secret password is encrypted and cannot be recovered; it must be replaced. The enable and console login passwords may be encrypted or clear text. Proceed to the next step to replace an enable secret, console login, or enable password. If there is no enable secret password, note the enable and console login passwords, if they are not encrypted, and proceed to Step 17.

Caution Do not execute the next step unless you have determined you must change or replace the enable, enable secret, or console login passwords. Failure to follow the steps as shown might cause you to erase your router configuration.

Step 13 Enter the configure memory command to load the startup configuration file into running memory. This action allows you to modify or replace passwords in the configuration.

Router# configure memory

Step 14 Enter the privileged EXEC command configure terminal to enter configuration mode:

Hostname# configure terminal

Step 15 Change all three passwords using the following commands:

Hostname(config)# enable secret newpassword1

Hostname(config)# enable password newpassword2

Hostname(config)# line con 0

Hostname(config-line)# password newpassword3

Change only the passwords necessary for your configuration. You can remove individual passwords by using the no form of the above commands. For example, entering the no enable secret command removes the enable secret password.

Step 16 You must configure all interfaces to be not administratively shut down as follows:

Hostname(config)# interface fastethernet 0/0

Hostname(config-int)# no shutdown

Enter the equivalent commands for all interfaces that were originally configured. If you omit this step, all interfaces are administratively shut down and unavailable when the router is restarted.

Step 17 Use the config-registercommand to set the configuration register to the original value noted in Step 3 or Step 8, or to the factory default value 0x2102 as follows:

Hostname(config)# config-register 0x2102

Step 18 Press Ctrl-Z(hold down the Control key while you press Z) or enter end to exit configuration mode and return to the EXEC command interpreter.

Caution Do not execute the next step unless you have changed or replaced a password. If you skipped Step 13 through Step 16, skip to Step 20. Failure to observe this caution causes you to erase your router configuration file.

Step 19 Enter the copy running-configstartup-configcommand to save the new configuration to NVRAM. Step 20 Enter the reload command to reboot the router.

Step 21 Log in to the router with the new or recovered passwords.

This completes the steps for recovering or replacing a lost enable, enable secret, or console login password.

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7200 VXR specifications

The Cisco Systems 7200 VXR Series is a robust and highly scalable modular router designed to meet the demands of service providers and enterprises seeking high-performance solutions for their network infrastructures. Launched as part of the Cisco 7200 series, the VXR (Virtual Extensible Routing) variant enhances capabilities while providing effective support for a wide range of applications, including Internet Protocol (IP) routing, Voice over IP (VoIP), and Virtual Private Network (VPN) configurations.

At the core of the 7200 VXR is its modular design, which enables network administrators to customize the router according to their specific needs. The router supports a variety of interface cards, processing engines, and power supply options, ensuring flexibility for diverse network environments. This modularity facilitates easy upgrades and expansions, making it ideal for growing enterprises and service providers looking to future-proof their networks.

One of the standout features of the Cisco 7200 VXR is its impressive routing performance. It can handle a high level of traffic with low latency, which is critical for bandwidth-intensive applications. The router supports a wide array of routing protocols, including Border Gateway Protocol (BGP), Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), and Integrated Intermediate System-to-Intermediate System (IS-IS), providing versatility for various network topologies.

The 7200 VXR also incorporates advanced features for enhanced security and reliability. With support for IPsec VPNs, it enables secure data transmission across untrusted networks. The router also includes features like Quality of Service (QoS) for prioritizing network traffic, ensuring critical applications receive the bandwidth they require even during peak loads.

In terms of scalability, the Cisco 7200 VXR can support hundreds of thousands of routes and MAC addresses, making it suitable for large metropolitan area networks (MANs) as well as enterprise backbone applications. It also provides the capability to support IPv4 and IPv6 networks, preparing organizations for a transition to next-generation internet protocols.

Additional characteristics of the Cisco 7200 VXR include enhanced manageability through the Cisco IOS software, which offers a comprehensive command-line interface and support for network management protocols. The router is also energy-efficient, with options for redundant power supplies that ensure continuous availability and minimal downtime in mission-critical applications.

Overall, the Cisco Systems 7200 VXR represents a powerful solution that combines performance, scalability, and security, making it an excellent choice for organizations looking to enhance their network capabilities in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.