Components Used; Hardware-Software Compatibility And Memory Requirements - Cisco 1721 - VPN Security Router Bundle Hardware Troubleshooting

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mistaken as hardware issues.
Prerequisites
Requirements
Readers of this document should be knowledgeable of the following:
1700 Series Hardware Installation Guide
Troubleshooting Router Crashes
1700 Series Router Technical Support Page

Components Used

The information in this document is based on the hardware versions below.
Cisco 1700 Series Routers
The information presented in this document was created from devices in a specific lab environment. All
of the devices used in this document started with a cleared (default) configuration. If you are working in
a live network, ensure that you understand the potential impact of any command before using it.

Hardware-Software Compatibility and Memory Requirements

Whenever you install a new card, module, or Cisco IOS® software image, it is important to verify that
the router has enough memory, and that the hardware and software are compatible with the features you
wish to use.
Perform the following recommended steps to check for hardware-software compatibility and memory
requirements:
1. Use the Software Advisor
device.
Tips:
The Software Support for Hardware
whether the modules and cards installed on the router are supported by the desired Cisco
IOS software version.
The Software Support for Features
Cisco IOS software image needed by choosing the types of features you wish to implement.
2. Use the IOS Upgrade Planner
(RAM and Flash) required by the Cisco IOS software, and/or download the Cisco IOS software
image. To determine the amount of memory (RAM and Flash) installed on your router, refer to the
Memory Requirements section of
http://kbase:8000/paws/servlet/ViewFile/17959/hwts_1700_17959.xml?convertPaths=1
( ) tool to choose software for your network
registered customers only
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registered
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registered
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registered customers only
How to Choose a Cisco IOS Software
) section helps you verify
customers only
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customers only
) to check the minimum amount of memory
Release.
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