interface gigabitEthernet 0/0 no shutdown
enable secret (e.g., $cisco! PRIV* ). Configure Console Password:
“It’s a hardware loop,” she whispered to herself, checking the console server. “Or a duplex mismatch.” cisco+lab+162
: Use SSH to remotely access the router and retrieve hardware/software information. Common "Paper" Tasks : Students are often required to fill out an Addressing Table and answer Reflection Questions regarding connectivity status and command outputs (e.g., show ip route show version
: Many students use Packet Tracer to complete these labs virtually. interface gigabitEthernet 0/0 no shutdown enable secret (e
Once the hardware is ready, the focus shifts to the CLI to define the router's identity and security. Identity and DNS : Assign a unique hostname and a domain name (e.g., ccna-lab.com
: Immediately converts plaintext passwords across the lines into weak type-7 hashes within the configuration files. “Or a duplex mismatch
R3# show access-lists 162 R3# show ip interface g0/0
This is where you learn how to plan and assign IP addresses to devices. A lab would likely have you:
: This gives you a quick snapshot of all interfaces, their status (up/up), and their assigned GUAs and LLAs.
Use commands like show running-config , show ip interface brief , and show ip ssh . 4. Troubleshooting and Best Practices