In which memory component can you find the startup-configuration file?

The startup-configuration file is stored in NVRAM (Non-Volatile Random Access Memory). This type of memory retains its content even when the device is powered off, making it suitable for storing important configuration files that need to be preserved between reboots. The startup configuration contains the router or switch settings that will be loaded when the device is powered on or restarted.

In contrast, RAM (Random Access Memory) is volatile, meaning it loses its information when the device is turned off. Therefore, it is used to store the running configuration while the device is operational. ROM (Read-Only Memory) holds the bootstrap program and is not used for storing configuration files. Flash memory is used to store system images and other files but is not the designated location for the startup configuration. Thus, NVRAM is the accurate memory component for storing the startup-configuration file.