Configuration settings for the Ethernet interface are typically stored in the device's operating system or firmware. In network devices like routers and switches, these settings can be saved in the device's non-volatile memory (NVRAM) or file system. Users can access and modify these settings through command-line interfaces (CLI) or graphical user interfaces (GUI) depending on the device. For systems running Linux, the settings may also be found in configuration files located in directories such as /etc/network/
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The startup configuration file on a Cisco router contains the configuration settings that are loaded into the router's memory when it boots up. It specifies parameters such as interface settings, routing protocols, access control lists, and other operational settings required for the router to function properly. This file is stored in the router's non-volatile memory (NVRAM), ensuring that the configuration persists even when the router is powered off. Essentially, it serves as the baseline configuration that the router uses to establish its operational state.
The SSID (Service Set Identifier) is typically stored in the firmware of a wireless router or access point. It can also be saved in the configuration settings of the device, which can be accessed through the router's web interface. Additionally, when devices connect to a Wi-Fi network, they may store the SSID in their operating system settings for future connections.
CMOS or BIOS configuration settings
Configuration data refers to the settings and parameters that determine how a system or application operates. This data is often stored separately from the actual software code to allow for easier customization and flexibility. Configuration data can include things like user preferences, system settings, and connection details.
The Motherboard configuration is stored in the BIOS setup
IIS 7 stores its configuration settings primarily in XML files, with the main configuration file being applicationHost.config, located in the %windir%\System32\inetsrv\config directory. Additionally, individual site and application settings can be stored in web.config files, which are located in the respective directories of the web applications or sites. These configuration files define settings for application pools, sites, and various server-level configurations.
1. Hardware and software configuration information 2. Application settings 3. Users preferences
firmware chip
The running configuration on a router or switch is stored in the device's RAM (Random Access Memory) while it is running. It's a temporary configuration that is lost when the device is powered off or restarted. To view the running configuration, you can use the "show running-config" command in the device's CLI (Command Line Interface).
A previously saved configuration refers to specific settings, preferences, or parameters that have been saved or stored in a system or device for future use. This allows users to quickly revert to a known or preferred configuration without having to manually set each option again.
Settings on a LAN are not stored in any one place; for disaster recovery planning any configuration information should be written down. Most settings for devices on a LAN come from the DHCP server, so backing up that server would preserve most of the typical LAN settings.
yes it is stored in CMOS