Chapter 16. Cisco Router Operations

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This chapter covers the following topics:

• Cisco router boot sequence and configuration

• Backing up Cisco IOS Software image files

• Upgrading Cisco IOS Software image files from TFTP servers

• Backing up/restoring configuration files to/from TFTP servers

This chapter reviews some basic router operations necessary to manage Cisco IOS Software images and configuration files. This chapter begins by reviewing Cisco router boot order and then focuses on the practical application of controlling the router boot sequence, upgrading Cisco IOS Software image files, and managing router configuration files. If you need an in-depth review on these topics, refer to Chapter 4 of Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices or Chapter 2 of Cisco CCNA Exam #640-607 Certification Guide .

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