4-2 CHAPTER 4: COMMANDSIf the command does not include a parameter, skip to Step 3. If thecommand requires more information, or if you want to include optionalparameters, continue to Step 2a.a If the command has additional parameters include them after thecommand name.b If the command includes a parameter, enter the parameter name,and its values.The parameters values may include numerics, strings, or addresses,depending on the parameter.3 After entering the complete command, press [Return].Syntax Helper The command-line interface has a built-in syntax helper. If you areunsure of the complete syntax for a particular command, enter asmuch of the command as possible. The syntax helper will provide youwith a list of options for the remainder of the command.The syntax helper also provides assistance if you have entered anincorrect command.CommandCompletionThe Switch provides command completion by way of the [Tab] key. Ifyou enter a partial command, pressing the [Tab] key fills in theremainder of the command. If command options exist, they aredisplayed. The full command is then redisplayed and the cursor isplaced at the end of the command.Abbreviated Syntax Abbreviated syntax is the shortest, unambiguous, allowableabbreviation of a command, parameter, or value. Typically, this is thefirst three letters of the command.Command Shortcuts All named components of the Switch configuration must have a uniquename. When you enter a command to configure a named component,you do not need to use the keyword of the component. For example,to create a VLAN, you must enter a unique VLAN name:create vlan engineeringOnce you have created the VLAN with a unique name, you can theneliminate the keyword vlan from all other commands that require thename to be entered. For example the following command:
