Nortel Networks 40M2420 manual Command Line Interface

CHAPTER 1

The Command Line Interface

Your GbE Switch Module (GbESM) 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 Alteon OS switching software included in your switch provides a variety of options for accessing and configuring the switch:

„A built-in, text-based command line interface and menu system for access via a Telnet ses- sion or serial-port connection

„SNMP support for access through network management software such as IBM Director or HP OpenView

„Alteon OS Browser-Based Interface (BBI)

The command line interface is the most direct method for collecting 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 switch, and to perform any necessary configuration.

This chapter explains how to access the Command Line Interface (CLI) for the switch.

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