CatOS Switches
The generic security configuration used within Cisco CatOS switches is described in the following steps:
Step 1. | Shut down all unneeded services by issuing the following commands:
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Step 2. | Set passwords and access restrictions. Enable AAA.To set passwords, use the following:Set access restrictions with the following commands: Enable AAA with the following:
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Step 3. | Turn on logging and SNMP capability.To enable Syslog, use the following commands:To enable SNMP, use the following commands:
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Step 4. | Enable and secure NTP with these commands:
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Step 5. | Enable the use of a banner message with the following:Refer to Example B-1 to see a typical banner text message. |