Performing File Operations By Means Of The File System; Establishing The Configuration Task - Huawei netengine80e Configuration Manual

HUAWEI NetEngine80E/40E Router
Configuration Guide - Basic Configurations
Table 6-1 File management methods
File Management Method
Logging in to the system
FTP
SFTP

6.2 Performing File Operations by Means of the File System

Users can perform file operations by means of the file system, including managing storage
devices, directories, and files.

6.2.1 Establishing the Configuration Task

Before performing file operations by means of the file system, familiarize yourself with the
applicable environment, complete the pre-configuration tasks, and obtain the required data. This
can help you complete the configuration tasks quickly and accurately.
Applicable Environment
When the router fails to save or obtain data, you can log in to the file system to repair the faulty
storage devices or manage files or directories on the router. You can especially manage storage
devices by logging in to the file system.
Pre-configuration Tasks
Before performing file operations by logging in to the file system, complete the following tasks:
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Data Preparation
To perform file operations by logging in to the file system, you need the following data:
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Data
Storage device name
Directory name
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6 Managing File System
Implementation
You can log in to the system through the
Console or AUX port or by using Telnet or
STelnet to manage files.
The router needs to be enabled with FTP.
Most terminals support the FTP client
function.
l SFTP provides secure file transfer
services based on SSH, irrelevant to the
standard FTP protocol.
l The router needs to be enabled with SFTP.
Terminals need to be installed with the
SFTP client software.
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