Advantages Of Using The Cli; General Benefits; Information On Using The Cli - HP ProCurve 6120G/XG Configuration Manual

Advantages of Using the CLI

ProCurve>
ProCurve#
ProCurve(config)#
ProCurve(<context>)#
For example:
ProCurve(eth-1-5)#
ProCurve(vlan-1)#
Figure 2-2. Command Prompt Examples

General Benefits

Provides access to the complete set of the switch configuration, perfor­
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mance, and diagnostic features.
■ Offers out-of-band access through the RS-232 connection and through the
through the OA network, or Telnet (in-band) access.
■ Enables quick, detailed system configuration and management access to
system operators and administrators experienced in command prompt
interfaces.
Provides help at each level for determining available options and vari­
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ables.

Information on Using the CLI

■ For information on how to use the CLI, refer to Chapter 4. "Using the
Command Line Interface (CLI)".
To perform specific procedures (such as configuring IP addressing or
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VLANs), use the Contents listing at the front of the manual to locate the
information you need.
For monitoring and analyzing switch operation, refer to Appendix B.
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■ For information on individual CLI commands, refer to the Index or to the
online Help provided in the CLI interface.
Selecting a Management Interface
Advantages of Using the CLI
Prompt for Operator Level
Prompt for Manager Level
Prompt for Global Configuration
Level
Prompt for Context
Configuration Levels
2-5