Administration Interfaces; Command Line Interface - Lenovo RackSwitch G8264 Application Manual

Administration Interfaces

Command Line Interface

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Enterprise NOS provides a variety of user‐interfaces for administration. These
interfaces vary in character and in the methods used to access them: some are
text‐based, and some are graphical; some are available by default, and some
require configuration; some can be accessed by local connection to the switch, and
others are accessed remotely using various client applications. For example,
administration can be performed using any of the following:
 A built‐in, text‐based command‐line interface and menu system for access via
serial‐port connection or an optional Telnet or SSH session
 The built‐in Browser‐Based Interface (BBI) available using a standard
web‐browser
 SNMP support for access through network management software such as IBM
Director or HP OpenView
The specific interface chosen for an administrative session depends on user
preferences, as well as the switch configuration and the available client tools.
In all cases, administration requires that the switch hardware is properly installed
and turned on. (see the Lenovo RackSwitch G8264 Installation Guide).
The Industry Standard Command Line Interface (ISCLI) provides a simple, direct
method for switch administration. Using a basic terminal, you can issue
commands that allow you to view detailed information and statistics about the
switch, and to perform any necessary configuration and switch software
maintenance.
You can establish a connection to the ISCLI in any of the following ways:
Serial connection via the serial port on the G8264 (this option is always available)
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 Telnet connection over the network
 SSH connection over the network