Entering The Initial Configuration Using The Setup Mode Prompts - Cisco CRS-1 - Carrier Routing System Router Getting Started Manual

Chapter 4 Bringing up a New Cisco CRS-1 Router

Entering the Initial Configuration Using the Setup Mode Prompts

Because a new system contains no configuration, the router automatically enters Setup mode during
initial bring up. Setup mode prompts you to enter the basic settings necessary for network
communication and router management.
The following sections summarize the procedures used to complete initial configuration of the router:
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Prerequisites
To configure the Ethernet management port for network communications, you must enter the interface
network addresses and subnet mask. Consult your network administrator or system planner for this
information.
Restrictions
The Setup mode is available only during the initial boot of a new router, or if a valid configuration cannot
be found.
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Perform the following procedure to bring up a new router.
Prerequisites, page 4-5
Restrictions, page 4-5
Allow the system to fully boot.
Type yes or press Return to enter the configuration dialog.
Type yes or press Return to enter the basic management setup.
Type the router name and press Return.
Type the username for the root-system login and press Return.
Type the password for the root-system login and press Return.
Enter the Management Ethernet interface name for the primary RP and press Return.
Type yes or press Return to begin configuring the IPv4 address on the Management Ethernet
interface.
Type an IPv4 address for the Management Ethernet interface and press Return.
Type a subnet mask for the Management Ethernet interface and press Return.
Verify that the configuration summary that appears is correct.
Select one of the three options that control how the configuration is saved.
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