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Observing System Startup andPerforming a Basic Configuration 4-1
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Observing System Startup and Performing a Basic Configuration
This chapter describes the initial system startup process and provides procedures for
performing a basic configuration for your Cisco12008.
This chapter contains the following sections:
Sources of Cisco IOS Software
Checking Conditions Prior to System Startup
Starting the System and Observing Initial Conditions
Configuring the Cisco 12008
Using the Setup Facility or the Setup Command
Using the Global Configuration Mode
Verifying the Running Configuration Settings
Saving the Running Configuration Settings to NVRAM
Reviewing the Running Configuration Settings
Performing Other Configuration Tasks
Configuring the Software Configuration Register
Recovering a Lost Password
Using Flash Memory Cards in the RP
What to Do Next?
If You Need More Configuration Information