Advantages Of Using The Cli - HP Procurve 2650 Management And Configuration Manual

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Advantages of Using the CLI

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Advantages of Using the CLI

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Figure 1-2. Command Prompt Examples
I Provides access to the complete set of the switch configuration, perfor-
mance, and diagnostic features.
I Offers out-of-band access (through the RS-232 connection) or Telnet (in-
band) access.
Enables quick, detailed system configuration and management access to
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system operators and administrators experienced in command prompt
interfaces.
I Provides help at each level for determining available options and vari-
ables.
CLI Usage
I For information on how to use the CLI, refer to chapter 3. "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.
I For monitoring and analyzing switch operation, refer to appendix B.
For information on individual CLI commands, refer to the Index or to the
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online Help provided in the CLI interface.
Operator Level
Manager Level
Global Configuration Level
Context Configuration Levels (port, VLAN)