Dell PowerConnect 28xx Systems User Guide 157AManaging the Device Using the CLIA limited number of CLI commands are available for managing the device. These commands are asubset of the options available via the web interface.Accessing the Device Through the CLIThe device can be managed over a direct connection to the console port or via a Telnet connection.Using the CLI is similar to entering commands on a Linux system. If access is via a Telnetconnection, ensure the device has an IP address defined and that the workstation used to access thedevice is connected to the device prior to beginning using CLI commands.For information about configuring an initial IP Address, see "Static IP Address and Subnet Mask."NOTE: Ensure the client is loaded, before using the CLI.NOTE: CLI can be used to manage the device only when the device is in Managed mode. For moreinformation about management modes, see "Management Modes" on page 49.Console Connection1 Power on the device and wait until the startup is complete.2 When the Console> prompt displays, type enable and press .3 Configure the device and enter the necessary commands to complete the required tasks.4 When finished, exit the session with the quit or exit command.NOTE: If a different user logs into the system in the Privilege EXEC command mode, the current user is loggedoff and the new user is logged in.Telnet ConnectionTelnet is a terminal emulation TCP/IP protocol. ASCII terminals can be virtually connected to thelocal device through a TCP/IP protocol network. Telnet is an alternative to a local login terminalwhere a remote login is required.The device supports up to four simultaneous Telnet sessions. All CLI commands can be used over atelnet session.To start a Telnet session:1 Select Start > Run.The Run window opens.
