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The Command Line Interface
Introduction
Your HP ProLiant BL p-Class GbE2 Interconnect Switch is ready to perform basic switching
functions right out of the box. Some of the more advanced features, however, require some
administrative configuration before they can be used effectively.
The extensive switching software included in your GbE2 Interconnect Switch provides a
variety of options for accessing and configuring the GbE2 Interconnect Switch:
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A built-in, text-based command line interface (CLI) and menu system for access via a
local terminal or remote Telnet/Secure Shell (SSH) session
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) support for access through network
management software such as HP OpenView and HP Insight Manager 7
A browser-based management interface for interactive network access through your Web
browser
The command line interface is the most direct method for collecting GbE2 Interconnect
Switch information and performing switch configuration. Using a basic terminal, you are
presented with a hierarchy of menus that enable you to view information and statistics about
the GbE2 Interconnect Switch, and to perform any necessary configuration.
This chapter explains how to access the CLI to the GbE2 Interconnect Switch.
HP ProLiant BL p-Class GbE2 Interconnect Switch Command Reference Guide
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