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Cisco show startup-config — Save output

Save standard output and errors to a text file. Base task: Display the saved startup configuration.

Copy-ready commandCisco show startup-config — Save output
show startup-config > command-results.txt 2>&1

Requirements and permissions

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

Examples

Save output

Save standard output and errors to a text file.

show startup-config > command-results.txt 2>&1

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.