Operation Manual – CLI
H3C S5600 Series Ethernet Switches
Chapter 1 CLI Configuration
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Chapter 1 CLI Configuration
When configuring CLI, go to these sections for information you are interested in:
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Introduction to the CLI
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Command Hierarchy
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CLI Views
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CLI Features
Note:
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Specifying the authentication mode for user level switching is a new feature in this
manual. For detailed description, see
Specifying the authentication mode for user
level switching
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Specifying HWTACACS authentication for user level switching is a new feature in
this manual. For detailed description, see section
Adopting HWTACACS
authentication for user level switching
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1.1 Introduction to the CLI
A command line interface (CLI) is a user interface to interact with a switch. Through the
CLI on a switch, a user can enter commands to configure the switch and check output
information to verify the configuration. Each S5600 series Ethernet switch provides an
easy-to-use CLI and a set of configuration commands for the convenience of the user
to configure and manage the switch.
The CLI on S5600 series Ethernet switches provides the following features, and so has
good manageability and operability.
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Hierarchical command protection: After users of different levels log in, they can
only use commands at their own, or lower, levels. This prevents users from using
unauthorized commands to configure switches.
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Online help: Users can gain online help at any time by entering a question mark
(?).
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Debugging: Abundant and detailed debugging information is provided to help
users diagnose and locate network problems.
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Command history function: This enables users to check the commands that they
have lately executed and re-execute the commands.