7.2.1 Establishing the Configuration Task
Before managing configuration files, familiarize yourself with the applicable environment,
complete the pre-configuration tasks, and obtain any data required for the configuration. This
will help you complete the configuration task quickly and correctly.
Applicable Environment
Configuration files can be saved, cleared, and compared. Configuration file management is
required to upgrade the router, take preventive measures, repair configuration files, and view
configurations after the router starts.
Pre-configuration Tasks
Before managing configuration files, complete the following task:
l Installing and powering on the router
Data Preparation
To manage configuration files, you need the following data.
No. Data
1 Configuration file and its name
2 Configuration file saving interval and delay interval
3 Number of the start line from which the comparison of the configuration files
begins
7.2.2 Saving Configuration Files
The system can save configuration files periodically or immediately to prevent data loss when
the router is powered off or accidentally restarted.
Procedure
l Configure the system to periodically save configuration files.
WARNING
If an LPU is not running on the router, related configurations may be lost when the system
automatically saves the configuration file.
1. Run:
autosave interval { time } | { value } | { configuration time }
The system is configured to save the configuration file periodically.
If interval time is specified, the system saves the configuration file at the specified
interval regardless of whether the configuration is changed.
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