Mastering CCNA: Cisco Packet Tracer Labs for 200-301 exam

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure VLAN Trunking Protocol (VTP) on Cisco switches using three switches in different modes: one as a server, one in transparent mode, and one as a client. The server switch will create VLANs, while the client switch can only assign ports to those VLANs, and the transparent switch can create VLANs but won't advertise them to other switches. The video explains the different VTP modes: 1. **Server Mode** (default) allows VLAN creation and deletion and advertises these changes to other switches. 2. **Client Mode** restricts VLAN management to only assigning ports to VLANs created by the server. 3. **Transparent Mode** allows VLAN management but does not propagate changes to other switches. The presenter demonstrates checking the VTP status on the switches, configuring trunk ports to allow multiple VLANs over a single connection, and setting the VTP domain name. The process includes ensuring that the proper encapsulation is specified for trunking on real switches. The configuration steps involve creating VLANs on the server switch, setting the second switch to transparent mode, and the third switch to client mode. The presenter also shows how to verify that the VLANs are functioning properly by pinging between devices on different VLANs. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of setting up and managing VLANs using VTP on Cisco switches.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure a Layer 2 EtherChannel on Cisco 2960 series switches. The setup involves connecting two switches with four cables, using crossover cables for gigabit ports. It's crucial to ensure that the interfaces are of the same type (either all gigabit or all fast Ethernet) and that no settings like duplex or speed are altered, as this could prevent the EtherChannel from functioning. The configuration focuses on a single VLAN, eliminating the need for a gateway or trunking since multiple VLANs are not involved. The presenter explains the commands needed to set up the EtherChannel, including selecting a channel number and mode (with a focus on static configuration). They clarify the difference between various modes such as Active, Passive, Auto, and Desirable, and how these impact the formation of the EtherChannel. Once the EtherChannel is configured, the presenter shows how to check the status and explains that the combined links function as a single interface, effectively doubling the bandwidth. Additionally, they discuss the load balancing method used by EtherChannel, which by default is based on the source MAC address. The presenter provides a method to determine which cable will be used for data transmission based on the MAC address's last digit. Overall, the video serves as a practical guide for configuring EtherChannel on Cisco switches, highlighting important considerations and commands involved in the process.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to create a Layer 3 EtherChannel on Cisco switches. The process begins with the creation of VLANs 2 and 3 on two switches, assigning ports to these VLANs, and giving them IP addresses for management. The VLAN interfaces are confirmed to be up. To set up the Layer 3 EtherChannel, the presenter converts the Layer 2 ports to Layer 3 ports using the "no switchport" command. A static EtherChannel is created using the "channel-group" command, and an IP address is assigned to the port channel interface rather than the physical interfaces to avoid routing issues. The same steps are repeated on the second switch, ensuring both switches have the Layer 3 EtherChannel configured. The status of the EtherChannel can be checked with the "show etherchannel summary" command, which indicates that the Layer 3 EtherChannel is active. To enable communication between VLAN 2 and VLAN 3, IP routing must be enabled on both switches, followed by adding appropriate routes. The presenter concludes by demonstrating a ping test between two PCs, noting that the first ping may time out as the ARP table is being built. The video wraps up with a reminder to check the routing path using traceroute.In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to create a Layer 3 EtherChannel on Cisco switches. The process begins with the creation of VLANs 2 and 3 on two switches, assigning ports to these VLANs, and giving them IP addresses for management. The VLAN interfaces are confirmed to be up. To set up the Layer 3 EtherChannel, the presenter converts the Layer 2 ports to Layer 3 ports using the "no switchport" command. A static EtherChannel is created using the "channel-group" command, and an IP address is assigned to the port channel interface rather than the physical interfaces to avoid routing issues. The same steps are repeated on the second switch, ensuring both switches have the Layer 3 EtherChannel configured. The status of the EtherChannel can be checked with the "show etherchannel summary" command, which indicates that the Layer 3 EtherChannel is active. To enable communication between VLAN 2 and VLAN 3, IP routing must be enabled on both switches, followed by adding appropriate routes. The presenter concludes by demonstrating a ping test between two PCs, noting that the first ping may time out as the ARP table is being built. The video wraps up with a reminder to check the routing path using traceroute.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU) on a network switch. They explain the five states a switch goes through when establishing a link: disabled, listening, learning, forwarding, and blocking. The focus is on avoiding STP for devices like PCs, printers, and servers, which do not require STP since they do not send BPDU. The presenter shows that when a PC is connected, it can automatically enter the forwarding state without going through the other states. They also introduce a feature called BPDU Guard, which prevents BPDU from being sent from connected devices. If a second switch is connected to a port with BPDU Guard enabled, that port will shut down to block BPDU traffic. The presenter demonstrates disabling the port to allow BPDU again, which takes some time to come back up. The video concludes with a practical demonstration of these concepts.In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) and Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU) on a network switch. They explain the five states a switch goes through when establishing a link: disabled, listening, learning, forwarding, and blocking. The focus is on avoiding STP for devices like PCs, printers, and servers, which do not require STP since they do not send BPDU. The presenter shows that when a PC is connected, it can automatically enter the forwarding state without going through the other states. They also introduce a feature called BPDU Guard, which prevents BPDU from being sent from connected devices. If a second switch is connected to a port with BPDU Guard enabled, that port will shut down to block BPDU traffic. The presenter demonstrates disabling the port to allow BPDU again, which takes some time to come back up. The video concludes with a practical demonstration of these concepts.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure a Cisco wireless access point, using a topology that includes a Layer 3 switch connected to three laptops. The setup involves creating three different DHCP pools for the laptops and configuring three VLANs on the Layer 3 switch. After verifying the VLAN mappings, the presenter moves on to configure the access points and SSIDs. The laptops are then connected to the specific wireless networks, and the presenter checks to ensure they receive the correct IP addresses. The video concludes with a successful demonstration of the access point configuration.

In this video, the presenter explains how to verify if a switch supports SSH. They demonstrate this by using the command "show version" on a switch. If the switch image includes "K9," it indicates support for SSH and cryptographic functions. The presence of "K9" in the system image file confirms the switch's capability to run SSH.In this video, the presenter explains how to verify if a switch supports SSH. They demonstrate this by using the command "show version" on a switch. If the switch image includes "K9," it indicates support for SSH and cryptographic functions. The presence of "K9" in the system image file confirms the switch's capability to run SSH.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to disable SSH (Secure Shell) on a router. They begin by showing the router's configuration, which includes SSH version 1.99 and a username for authentication. The presenter explains how to disable SSH by entering configuration mode and using specific commands to remove the SSH keys. After confirming the removal, they show that SSH has been disabled and explain that a minimum key size of 768 bits is required for SSH. The video concludes with a thank you for watching.In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to disable SSH (Secure Shell) on a router. They begin by showing the router's configuration, which includes SSH version 1.99 and a username for authentication. The presenter explains how to disable SSH by entering configuration mode and using specific commands to remove the SSH keys. After confirming the removal, they show that SSH has been disabled and explain that a minimum key size of 768 bits is required for SSH. The video concludes with a thank you for watching.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure static routing on three Cisco routers, specifically the 2900 series, along with three switches and two PCs connected to each switch. The setup involves using both straight and crossover cables for connections between the routers and switches. The presenter outlines the network topology and IP addressing scheme, including networks 192.168.1.0/24, 192.168.2.0/24, 192.168.3.0/24, and 10.0.0.0/24. The configuration process begins with checking the connectivity to the default gateway via pinging. The presenter explains the syntax for static routing, which includes specifying the destination network, subnet mask, and either the outgoing interface or the next-hop IP address. As the configuration progresses, the presenter sets up routing between the routers, ensuring that each router can communicate with the others. They highlight common mistakes newcomers make, such as not using the correct next-hop IP address. The video concludes with successful pings between the PCs, confirming that the static routing has been effectively configured.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure IPv6 routing using link-local addresses. The process involves three main steps: assigning IPv6 addresses to both routers, discussing link-local addresses, and configuring IPv6 routing with these addresses. The presenter starts by configuring a fresh router and assigning an IPv6 address (2001:db8:1111:1::2/64) to a connected PC, confirming connectivity through a ping test. Next, they explain link-local addresses, which are automatically assigned by network interfaces when IPv6 is enabled, and provide an example of a link-local address (fe80::). To enable routing, the presenter uses the command "ipv6 unicast-routing" on both routers and discusses the importance of link-local addresses for routing packets without needing public IP addresses. They troubleshoot a ping issue caused by an inactive interface, demonstrating how to activate it using the "ipv6 enable" command. The video concludes with a summary of the configuration process.

In this comprehensive tutorial, we will walk you through the process of configuring IP routing with embedded switch ports using Cisco routers. You'll learn how to set up a network topology featuring two Cisco routers (Router0 and Router1) and three PCs. We will cover the essentials of connecting devices with copper straight-through cables, configuring VLANs on Router0, and assigning IP addresses to VLAN interfaces. Additionally, we'll demonstrate how to configure Router1's interfaces and verify connectivity between the PCs and routers using ping and traceroute commands. By the end of this video, you'll have a solid understanding of IP routing configuration.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure single-area OSPF (Open Shortest Path First) on a network setup involving routers and switches. They start by connecting three 2911 router to switches, followed by connecting PCs to the switches. The presenter assigns IP addresses to the routers and PCs, ensuring proper gateway configurations. After confirming local connectivity through ping tests, they proceed to configure OSPF. The configuration is explained through two methods: the first involves using the global command `router ospf` followed by a process ID and the network statement with a wildcard mask. The presenter explains how to derive the wildcard mask and emphasizes that OSPF requires only the router's own interface IP addresses for its dynamic routing function. The second method involves enabling OSPF directly on each interface using the command `ip ospf [process ID] area [area number]`. The presenter applies this command to all relevant interfaces on the routers. After configuration, they verify the OSPF adjacency status and confirm that the networks are successfully learned, demonstrating the routing process with a traceroute command to show the path taken by packets through the network. In summary, the video provides a step-by-step guide to setting up single-area OSPF, highlighting the configuration commands and methods used.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure inter-VLAN routing using a 2900 series router, two switches, and two PCs assigned to VLAN 1 and VLAN 2. The setup begins with the creation of VLANs on the switches. The router's interface is activated and sub-interfaces are configured with encapsulation and VLAN IDs. The router's ports are set to trunk mode to allow communication between different VLANs. The presenter then assigns IP addresses to the devices connected to each VLAN and tests connectivity by pinging between the two subnets. The video concludes by explaining how inter-VLAN routing functions, showcasing the routing table's role in facilitating communication between the VLANs.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure Layer 3 routing using Switch Virtual Interfaces (SVIs). The setup involves creating three VLANs: VLAN 1 for PC1, VLAN 2 for another PC, and VLAN 3 for WAN access. The presenter first assigns VLANs to specific interfaces on a Layer 3 switch and configures IP addresses for each VLAN interface. The IP address for VLAN 1 is set to 192.168.10.1, for VLAN 2 to 192.168.20.1, and for VLAN 3 to 192.168.30.1. Initially, devices cannot communicate across VLANs because IP routing is disabled. The presenter then enables IP routing, allowing the VLAN interfaces to act as gateways and enabling inter-VLAN communication. To facilitate communication with the WAN, the presenter assigns an IP address to the router and updates the routing table to include static routes for the VLANs. After configuring the necessary routes, the devices can ping each other and communicate with the router. The video concludes with a demonstration of how to trace the route taken by packets, confirming successful configuration.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure static Network Address Translation (NAT) from scratch. They explain that NAT is used to protect internal IP addresses from hackers by translating private IP addresses into public ones. The setup involves using a 2911 router and connecting it to switches and hosts that will utilize private IP addresses. The presenter configures the LAN side of the router, sets up a default route, and identifies inside and outside interfaces for NAT configuration. They create static mappings for IP addresses, detailing the difference between inside local and inside global addresses, which are essential for understanding NAT. The presenter then tests the configuration by generating traffic and checking translation statistics to ensure the NAT process is functioning correctly. They conclude by emphasizing that servers can only see the public IP address, thus providing a layer of security against potential tracing by hackers. The video wraps up with a thank you to viewers for watching.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure dynamic NAT (Network Address Translation) using a Cisco 2911 router. Following a previous setup of static NAT, the presenter sets up a lab environment with a switch and a server. They connect these devices and configure the LAN settings, ensuring that the devices can ping the gateway successfully. After setting up the ISP router, the presenter moves on to configure dynamic NAT by selecting the appropriate interfaces for translation. They verify that the translation is working by pinging and checking the translation table, confirming that the ICMP protocol is functioning correctly. The video concludes with a demonstration of the dynamic NAT in action, showing that the assigned IP addresses expire after a short period.In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure dynamic NAT (Network Address Translation) using a Cisco 2911 router. Following a previous setup of static NAT, the presenter sets up a lab environment with a switch and a server. They connect these devices and configure the LAN settings, ensuring that the devices can ping the gateway successfully. After setting up the ISP router, the presenter moves on to configure dynamic NAT by selecting the appropriate interfaces for translation. They verify that the translation is working by pinging and checking the translation table, confirming that the ICMP protocol is functioning correctly. The video concludes with a demonstration of the dynamic NAT in action, showing that the assigned IP addresses expire after a short period.

This video tutorial demonstrates the process of configuring Network Address Translation (NAT) Overload, also known as Port Address Translation (PAT), within Cisco Packet Tracer. This configuration allows multiple private IP addresses on a local network (LAN) to share a single public IP address for internet access.

In this CCNA lab, the instructor demonstrates how to configure DHCP snooping. The process begins with setting up a DHCP server and DHCP relay. The instructor outlines the necessary configurations for the router interfaces, including assigning IP addresses and creating DHCP pools while excluding certain IP addresses to avoid conflicts. After configuring the DHCP settings, the instructor tests the setup to ensure that a PC can successfully obtain an IP address from the DHCP server. The DHCP relay is also configured to allow devices on different subnets to receive IP addresses from the main router. The instructor then discusses potential security risks, such as an attacker setting up a rogue DHCP server within the LAN to intercept traffic. To mitigate this risk, DHCP snooping is enabled on the switch, which ensures that only authorized DHCP servers can assign IP addresses to clients. The final steps involve configuring the switch to recognize legitimate DHCP servers and prevent clients from connecting to unauthorized servers. The lab concludes with a demonstration of the completed configuration.In this CCNA lab, the instructor demonstrates how to configure DHCP snooping. The process begins with setting up a DHCP server and DHCP relay. The instructor outlines the necessary configurations for the router interfaces, including assigning IP addresses and creating DHCP pools while excluding certain IP addresses to avoid conflicts. After configuring the DHCP settings, the instructor tests the setup to ensure that a PC can successfully obtain an IP address from the DHCP server. The DHCP relay is also configured to allow devices on different subnets to receive IP addresses from the main router. The instructor then discusses potential security risks, such as an attacker setting up a rogue DHCP server within the LAN to intercept traffic. To mitigate this risk, DHCP snooping is enabled on the switch, which ensures that only authorized DHCP servers can assign IP addresses to clients. The final steps involve configuring the switch to recognize legitimate DHCP servers and prevent clients from connecting to unauthorized servers. The lab concludes with a demonstration of the completed configuration.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure SNMP on a router using GNS3. They start by opening an existing topology with a 2691 router and a CentOS machine set up as a network monitoring system (NMS). The video outlines the steps to add virtual machines in GNS3 and establish a connection between the router and the NMS. After starting the router, the presenter configures an IP address on the router's fast Ethernet interface. They then start the NMS and ensure connectivity by pinging the router. The installation process for the NMIS software is explained, including the necessary packages and disabling SELinux for compatibility. Once installed, the NMS dashboard is accessed to monitor network devices. Next, the presenter configures SNMP on the router by creating a standard access list and setting up the SNMP community string for read-only access. They also specify the SNMP server's location and contact information. After configuring SNMP, they address a known bug that prevents SNMP from starting, requiring a reconfiguration command. Finally, they explain how to set up SNMP traps and integrate the router with the NMS for monitoring.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure Syslog on a Cisco router. They start by explaining the topology and the importance of Syslog, which is used to monitor messages generated by the router, including various types such as informational, critical, verbose, and debugging messages. The presenter highlights that excessive use of debugging can overload the CPU and disrupt network performance, making Syslog a valuable tool for logging messages on a dedicated server. The configuration process begins with setting up a Syslog server on the network. The presenter assigns an IP address to the server and confirms connectivity. They then update the router's clock manually and proceed to configure Syslog using specific commands, including setting the logging host and specifying the severity of messages to log. The presenter demonstrates how to log messages and ensures that timestamps are included in the logs. Overall, the video provides a step-by-step guide for configuring Syslog on a Cisco router to efficiently manage and analyze log messages.In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure Syslog on a Cisco router. They start by explaining the topology and the importance of Syslog, which is used to monitor messages generated by the router, including various types such as informational, critical, verbose, and debugging messages. The presenter highlights that excessive use of debugging can overload the CPU and disrupt network performance, making Syslog a valuable tool for logging messages on a dedicated server. The configuration process begins with setting up a Syslog server on the network. The presenter assigns an IP address to the server and confirms connectivity. They then update the router's clock manually and proceed to configure Syslog using specific commands, including setting the logging host and specifying the severity of messages to log. The presenter demonstrates how to log messages and ensures that timestamps are included in the logs. Overall, the video provides a step-by-step guide for configuring Syslog on a Cisco router to efficiently manage and analyze log messages.

In this video, the presenter explains how to configure a standard access list, starting with an overview of what access lists are and their types. Standard access lists control network traffic and are categorized into two types: standard and extended. Standard access lists can be identified by numbers ranging from 1 to 99 and 1300 to 1999, while extended access lists use numbers from 100 to 199 and 2000 to 2699. A key point discussed is the difference between named and numbered access lists. Numbered access lists require removal before editing, whereas named access lists allow simultaneous changes without removal. The presenter focuses on using named access lists for configuration. The configuration is based on the destination subnet, with the standard access list applied to the interface. The video highlights the importance of permit and deny statements, explaining that an implicit deny statement at the end of the access list denies any traffic not explicitly permitted. The presenter walks through configuring a standard access list to deny traffic from one subnet to another, using wild card masks to specify the addresses. The configuration allows traffic from other IP addresses due to the permit any statement. Finally, the presenter demonstrates the results of the configuration, showing how the access list works in practice.In this video, the presenter explains how to configure a standard access list, starting with an overview of what access lists are and their types. Standard access lists control network traffic and are categorized into two types: standard and extended. Standard access lists can be identified by numbers ranging from 1 to 99 and 1300 to 1999, while extended access lists use numbers from 100 to 199 and 2000 to 2699. A key point discussed is the difference between named and numbered access lists. Numbered access lists require removal before editing, whereas named access lists allow simultaneous changes without removal. The presenter focuses on using named access lists for configuration. The configuration is based on the destination subnet, with the standard access list applied to the interface. The video highlights the importance of permit and deny statements, explaining that an implicit deny statement at the end of the access list denies any traffic not explicitly permitted. The presenter walks through configuring a standard access list to deny traffic from one subnet to another, using wild card masks to specify the addresses. The configuration allows traffic from other IP addresses due to the permit any statement. Finally, the presenter demonstrates the results of the configuration, showing how the access list works in practice.

In this video, the presenter conducts a lab on extended access lists, building on the previous video about standard access lists. They explain the two types of extended access lists: named and numbered. Named access lists allow for easier editing, while numbered lists require rewriting the entire list for changes. The presenter discusses the configuration of access lists, emphasizing that extended access lists can be applied to source traffic and can filter both incoming and outgoing traffic. The demonstration involves configuring an extended access list to block a specific PC from accessing a web server while allowing other devices on the network to connect. The presenter shows how to set up the access list using a Cisco Packet Tracer simulation, detailing the commands to deny access to the web server on port 80 for the specific IP address of the PC while permitting all other traffic. The video concludes with a demonstration of the access list in action, confirming that the blocked PC cannot access the web server, while other devices can.In this video, the presenter conducts a lab on extended access lists, building on the previous video about standard access lists. They explain the two types of extended access lists: named and numbered. Named access lists allow for easier editing, while numbered lists require rewriting the entire list for changes. The presenter discusses the configuration of access lists, emphasizing that extended access lists can be applied to source traffic and can filter both incoming and outgoing traffic. The demonstration involves configuring an extended access list to block a specific PC from accessing a web server while allowing other devices on the network to connect. The presenter shows how to set up the access list using a Cisco Packet Tracer simulation, detailing the commands to deny access to the web server on port 80 for the specific IP address of the PC while permitting all other traffic. The video concludes with a demonstration of the access list in action, confirming that the blocked PC cannot access the web server, while other devices can.

In this video, the presenter explains how to secure SSH configuration. They start by configuring SSH on their OSPF lab setup. The presenter details the steps taken, including changing the hostname and configuring the domain name. They generate keys for SSH and set up local username and password authentication, emphasizing the importance of using the "secret" command for password encryption. Next, the presenter explains the need for an enable password to access configuration mode and proceeds to set up a timeout value for SSH sessions to automatically close after a period of inactivity, which they configure to 10 seconds for demonstration purposes. The presenter also discusses creating an access list to restrict SSH access to specific devices, highlighting the flexibility of using IP access lists for managing access control. Finally, they review the configuration to ensure everything is set up correctly.In this video, the presenter explains how to secure SSH configuration. They start by configuring SSH on their OSPF lab setup. The presenter details the steps taken, including changing the hostname and configuring the domain name. They generate keys for SSH and set up local username and password authentication, emphasizing the importance of using the "secret" command for password encryption. Next, the presenter explains the need for an enable password to access configuration mode and proceeds to set up a timeout value for SSH sessions to automatically close after a period of inactivity, which they configure to 10 seconds for demonstration purposes. The presenter also discusses creating an access list to restrict SSH access to specific devices, highlighting the flexibility of using IP access lists for managing access control. Finally, they review the configuration to ensure everything is set up correctly.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure a login banner on Cisco devices. They start by setting up an IP address connected to their PC and then proceed to configure the banner using the command "banner motd," which stands for "message of the day." The presenter emphasizes that any delimiter used must also be included at the end of the banner text. To view the configured login banner, they suggest two methods: either typing the "exit" command to see the banner in user mode or checking it directly from the configured PC.In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to configure a login banner on Cisco devices. They start by setting up an IP address connected to their PC and then proceed to configure the banner using the command "banner motd," which stands for "message of the day." The presenter emphasizes that any delimiter used must also be included at the end of the banner text. To view the configured login banner, they suggest two methods: either typing the "exit" command to see the banner in user mode or checking it directly from the configured PC.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to recover a forgotten password on a Cisco 2911 series router. The process begins by configuring an enable secret password and then simulating a scenario where the router is restarted, prompting a password request. To bypass this, the presenter connects a PC to the router using a console cable and uses terminal software like PuTTY. During the router's restart, they press Ctrl+Page Break (or Fn+Pause Break on laptops) to access rommon mode. In rommon mode, the presenter explains how to change the configuration register value from the default 0x2102 to 0x2142 using the command `confreg 0x2142`, which allows access to the router without a password. After rebooting, the router prompts for a Yes or No confirmation, allowing entry into privilege mode. The presenter emphasizes the importance of changing the register value to ensure that any configuration changes made will be preserved upon reloading the router. Finally, they set the register back to the default value (0x2102) to ensure future configurations are saved.

In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to back up Cisco IOS. The process begins by downloading the FileZilla server and client. After setting up the server and adding a user with a specified password, the presenter configures the virtual path for backups. They connect to the FileZilla client using the server's IP address and credentials. Next, the presenter uses GNS3 to add a router and connect it to the host machine. After starting the router and configuring the IP address, they successfully ping the host machine. The backup process is initiated by using the archive command, specifying the backup path, user credentials, and the IP address of the host. The backup file is named after the router's hostname, and a time period for automatic backups is set to 24 hours. The presenter shows that after issuing the WR command, a backup file is created, which can be viewed in the designated folder. They demonstrate that any changes to the hostname are reflected in the backup file. The video concludes with a summary of the backup process for Cisco IOS.In this video, the presenter demonstrates how to back up Cisco IOS. The process begins by downloading the FileZilla server and client. After setting up the server and adding a user with a specified password, the presenter configures the virtual path for backups. They connect to the FileZilla client using the server's IP address and credentials. Next, the presenter uses GNS3 to add a router and connect it to the host machine. After starting the router and configuring the IP address, they successfully ping the host machine. The backup process is initiated by using the archive command, specifying the backup path, user credentials, and the IP address of the host. The backup file is named after the router's hostname, and a time period for automatic backups is set to 24 hours. The presenter shows that after issuing the WR command, a backup file is created, which can be viewed in the designated folder. They demonstrate that any changes to the hostname are reflected in the backup file. The video concludes with a summary of the backup process for Cisco IOS.