Preface
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Audience
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Conventions
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Purpose
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Configuration Tool
1-2
Catalyst Switch Configuration Best Practices
LAN Access Switch Topology
Switch Address Plan
Initial Switch Configuration
Purpose
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Prerequisites
2-7
Identify Configuration Values
Configure Secure HTTPS and Secure Shell for Secure LAN Management
Configure Local Login and Password for Switch Access
Configure Centralized User Authentication Through TACACS+
Configure the Management IP Address on an Out-of-Band Interface
Configure the Management IP Address on an In-Band Interface
Verify Basic Switch Configuration
Show Running Configuration for Initial Management Information
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Prerequisites
3-21
Identify Configuration Values
Cisco Catalyst 3850 Series and Cisco Catalyst 3650 Series Switches Best Practices Guide
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