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Selecting a Management Interface
Advantages of Using the CLI
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Advantages of Using the CLI
Figure 1-2. Example of The Command Prompt
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Provides access to the complete set of the switch configuration, perfor-
mance, and diagnostic features.
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Offers out-of-band access (through the RS-232 connection) or Telnet (in-
band) access.
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Enables quick, detailed system configuration and management access to
system operators and administrators experienced in command prompt
interfaces.
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Provides help at each level for determining available options and vari-
ables.
CLI Usage
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For information on how to use the CLI, refer to chapter 3. “Using the
Command Line Interface (CLI).”
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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.
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To monitor and analyze switch operation, see chapter 10, “Monitoring and
Analyzing Switch Operation.”
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For information on individual CLI commands, refer to the Index.
SMC6624M>
Operator Level
SMC6624M#
Manager Level
SMC6624M(config)#
Global Configuration Level
SMC6624M(
<context>
)#
Context Configuration Levels (port, VLAN)
