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Cisco show startup-config — Measure execution time

Measure the command execution time. Base task: Display the saved startup configuration.

Copy-ready commandCisco show startup-config — Measure execution time
time show startup-config

Requirements and permissions

Requirements
Vendor CLI access
Permissions
Read-only or privileged mode depending on command
Last reviewed
2026-08-01

Examples

Measure execution time

Measure the command execution time.

time show startup-config

Common errors

Command or option not supported

Confirm the installed platform version supports the base command and the added output or wrapper option.

Access denied or insufficient privileges

Run with the administrative role or delegated permission required by the underlying command.