How to Configure a Cisco Switch Hostname?

Configuring Cisco Switch Hostname

Configuring the hostname of a Cisco switch is an essential step in network management. By assigning a unique hostname to each device, it becomes easier to identify and manage them within the network.

When configuring the hostname of a Cisco switch, it is important to follow the correct syntax to ensure the changes are applied successfully. One common scenario is changing the hostname to "asu_switch". To do this, you need to access global configuration mode on the switch.

Steps to configure the hostname:

1. Access user mode by entering the switch's CLI (Command Line Interface).
2. Enter the enable command to switch to privileged mode if you are not already in it.
3. Type configure terminal or conf t to enter global configuration mode.
4. Once in global configuration mode, use the command hostname asu_switch to set the hostname to "asu_switch".
5. Verify the changes by using the show running-config command or show hostname command.

By following these steps, you can successfully configure the hostname of a Cisco switch to "asu_switch" or any other desired name. Remember to save the configuration once you are satisfied with the changes to ensure they persist through reboots.