Selecting a Management Interface

Advantages of Using the CLI

Offers out-of-band access (through the RS-232 connection) to the switch, so network bottlenecks, crashes, lack of configured or correct IP address, and network downtime do not slow or prevent access

Enables Telnet (in-band) access to the menu functionality.

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

HPswitch>

Operator Level

HPswitch#

Manager Level

HPswitch(config)#

Global Configuration Level

HPswitch(<context>)#

Context Configuration Levels (port, VLAN)

 

 

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 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.

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