Cisco Systems CCNA 2 manual Module 2 Introduction to Routers, Module 2 Caution

Module 2: Introduction to Routers

Overview

Consider the prior knowledge of students when teaching Module 2. Some students may be familiar with command-line interfaces (CLIs). Students who have only used GUIs may not know how to use CLIs to interact with a computer. Students should experiment with CLIs to learn how to interact with a router.

Module 2 Caution

Students need to know what the IOS is and what it does. They also need to know the difference between the configuration file and the IOS. It is also important for students to feel comfortable when they enter into and move around in the CLI. Do not move too quickly through these labs. If students are uncomfortable with the CLI, they will have difficulties with more complex labs.

Students who complete this module should be able to perform the following tasks:

•Describe the purpose of the IOS

•Describe the basic operation of the IOS

•Identify various IOS features

•Identify the methods to establish a command-line interface (CLI) session with the router

•Move between the user command executive (EXEC) and privileged EXEC modes

•Establish a HyperTerminal session on a router

•Log into a router

•Use the help feature in the command-line interface

•Troubleshoot command errors

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