Remotely rebooting Cisco switching devices typically takes place over SSH terminal connection, by using PuTTY. By enabling vty account access and confirming operational IP connectivity to target devices, PuTTY securely tunnels encrypted traffic to enact maintenance events.
After authenticating as highly privileged users and entering Cisco configuration modes, the reload command issues system reboot requests cleanly and securely over the authenticated PuTTY channels.
To reboot a Cisco switch using PuTTY, follow these steps:
Download and install PuTTY:
Download and install PuTTY on your computer.
Connect to the Cisco Switch:
Open PuTTY configuration on your computer,
In the HostName section, enter the IP address or username of the Cisco switch.
Change the connection type to SSH and port to 22.
Click on Open to make the connection to the Cisco switch.
When you connect, enter the username and password when prompted.
Access Privileged EXEC Mode:
After logging in, you need to access privileged EXEC mode, run command:
enable
Enter Global Configuration Mode:
Enter global configuration mode by running command:
configure terminal
Reboot the Switch:
To start the reboot, use command:
reload
The switch will prompt you to confirm. Type yes and press Enter.
In conclusion, PuTTY remains flexible utility for Cisco devices by providing a secure IP vector for remotely performing maintenance events on essential switching tools. Cisco IOS native authentication and accessibility methods work consistently with PuTTY terminal prompter to provide smooth execution of privileged system restart sequence
You can also use use SSH key authentication on Cisco device for secure connection by uisng PuTTY.
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