Cisco IOS Software Reference Guide: Install, Upgrade and Configure IOS Software

By Shaun L Hummel

Cisco IOS Software Reference Guide is a technical reference guide for Cisco engineers. Cisco IOS software is a key aspect of network design and support that affects availability, security and performance. The book starts with an explanation of the IOS life cycle, hardware support and file naming conventions. You will learn how to effectively select an IOS release version and feature set package. There is coverage as well of Cisco Feature Navigator, bug scrub tool and the interoperability matrix.

Managing IOS code is more complex now with the additional hardware platforms available and switch stacking. The book explains how to connect to network devices and configuration modes for initial setup. You will learn step-by-step procedures for upgrading the most common Cisco Catalyst switches and routers. In addition there are standard IOS commands used to configure network interfaces, switching, routing, security and system management.

Standard techniques are explained for troubleshooting IOS problems including password recovery and fixing corrupt image files. The most common IOS show commands are listed for managing and troubleshooting Cisco devices. The book concludes with a quiz comprised of 100 questions to summarize the subject matter.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1517345545
• ISBN13: 9781517345549
• Release Date: September 2015
• Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 162 Pages
• Weight: 0.64 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.0" x 10.0"