1. Configuring Network Devices
Working at a Small-to-Medium Business or ISP – Chapter 5

2. Objectives Configure a router with an initial configuration.
Use Cisco SDM to configure a Cisco ISR with LAN connectivity, Internet connectivity and basic NAT
Configure a Cisco router for LAN connectivity, Internet connectivity and NAT using the Cisco IOS CLI of the Cisco IOS software
Configure a WAN connection from a customer premise to an ISP.
Describe, setup and configure a stand-alone LAN switch

3. Configure a New ISR
Identify the key components on a Cisco ISR

4. Cisco IOS Software
Identify common software image features

5. Configure a New ISR
Describe the procedures to physically set up a new Cisco ISR

6. Configure a New ISR
Describe the ways a Cisco ISR can be configured

7. Configure a New ISR
Document the configuration of a router with a checklist

8. Using Cisco SDM to configure a Cisco ISR
Describe and perform the steps used to configure LAN and Internet connections on a Cisco ISR using Cisco SDM.

9. Using Cisco SDM to configure a Cisco ISR
Configure dynamic NAT using Cisco SDM

10. Configure a Cisco router using the Cisco IOS CLI
Describe the role of the CLI in the Cisco IOS and different modes

11. Configure a Cisco router using the Cisco IOS CLI
Describe what router configuration information the Cisco IOS CLI show commands provide

12. Configure a Cisco router using the Cisco IOS CLI
Navigate the Cisco IOS CLI and perform basic setup configuration.

13. Configure a Cisco router using the Cisco IOS CLI
Configure serial and Ethernet interfaces on a router

14. Configure a Cisco router using the Cisco IOS CLI
Configure a default route for the Cisco router

15. Configure a Cisco router using the Cisco IOS CLI
Describe the steps to configure a Cisco router as a DHCP Server

16. Configure a Cisco router using the Cisco IOS CLI
Configure static NAT on a Cisco router using Cisco IOS CLI

17. Backing up a Router Configuration
Perform backup and system restore using a TFTP server

18. Initial Cisco 2960 Switch Configuration
Identify the key components on a Cisco Catalyst 2960 Series Switch

19. Initial Cisco 2960 Switch Configuration
Perform basic physical set up of a stand-alone LAN switch

20. Initial Cisco 2960 Switch Configuration
Describe how a switch can be managed using a management network interface (VLAN1)

21. Initial Cisco 2960 Switch Configuration
Connect the stand-alone LAN switch to the router and verify connectivity

22. Connecting the CPE to the ISP
Describe the steps to install Customer Premise Equipment (CPE)
Describe necessary installation documentation

23. Workplace Safety
Describe good safety practices when installing network equipment

24. Connecting the CPE to the ISP
Describe the range of customer connections over a WAN

25. Connecting the CPE to the ISP
Describe the business and technical justifications for selecting a specific type of WAN

26. Connecting the CPE to the ISP
Describe the steps to configure a Cisco ISR using SSH

27. Connecting the CPE to the ISP
Describe the procedure for configuring a WAN connection between two routers

28. Summary
The Integrated Services Router (ISR) is a good choice for small to medium businesses and ISP-managed customers.
ISRs can be initially configured using SDM or the router IOS CLI.
When using the CLI, “show” commands verify configuration elements.
Switches are assigned IP addresses by configuring them on the management interface, VLAN 1.
An installation plan can minimize disruption to a network when new devices are being added.
Good safety practices must be following when performing installations, to minimize the danger to both technician and device.
Documentation is necessary, both when configuring and when installing network devices.