Advantages Of Using The Cli - HP ProCurve 2810 Series Management And Configuration Manual

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Advantages of Using the CLI

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Allows faster navigation, avoiding delays that occur with slower
display of graphical objects over a web browser interface.
Provides more security; configuration information and passwords are
not seen on the network.
Advantages of Using the CLI
ProCurve>
ProCurve#
ProCurve(config)#
ProCurve(<context>)#
Figure 2-2. Command Prompt Examples
Provides access to the complete set of the switch configuration, perfor­
mance, and diagnostic features.
Offers out-of-band access (through the RS-232 connection) 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
ables.
CLI Usage
For information on how to use the CLI, refer to chapter 3. "Using the Menu
Interface".
To perform specific procedures (such as configuring IP addressing or
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.
For information on individual CLI commands, refer to the Index or to the
online Help provided in the CLI interface.
Operator Level
Manager Level
Global Configuration Level
Context Configuration Levels (port, VLAN)

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