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Selecting a Management Interface
Advantages of Using the CLI
Selecting a Management
Interface
Advantages of Using the CLI
Figure 1-2. Example of The Command Prompt
■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 manag ement access to
system operators and administrators experienced in command pro mpt
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.
■To monitor and analyze switch operation, see ch apter XXXX, "Monitoring
and Analyzing Switch Operation".
■For information on individual CLI commands, refer to the Index or to the
online Help provided in the CLI interface.
HP4108> Operator Level
HP4108# Manager Level
HP4108(config)# Global Configuration Level
HP4108(<context>)# Context Configuration Levels (port, VLAN)