HP PROCURVE 6120 User Manual

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Selecting a Management Interface
Advantages of Using the CLI
Advantages of Using the CLI
Figure 2-2. Command Prompt Examples
General Benefits
■ 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 and through the
through the OA network, 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.
Information on Using the CLI
■ For information on how to use the CLI, refer to Chapter 4. “Using the
Command Line Interface (CLI)”.
■ 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.
ProCurve>
Prompt for Operator Level
ProCurve#
Prompt for Manager Level
ProCurve(config)#
Prompt for Global Configuration
Level
ProCurve(<context>)#
For example:
ProCurve(eth-1-5)#
ProCurve(vlan-1)#
Prompt for Context
Configuration Levels

HP PROCURVE 6120 Specifications

General

Brand	HP
Model	PROCURVE 6120
Category	Switch
Language	English