2CLI BasicsThis chapter describes the command line interface (CLI) structure and command modes. The DellNetworking operating software commands are in a text-based interface that allows you to use the launchcommands, change command modes, and configure interfaces and protocols.Accessing the Command LineWhen the system boots successfully, you are positioned on the command line in EXEC mode and notprompted to log in. You can access the commands through a serial console port or a Telnet session.When you Telnet into the switch, you are prompted to enter a login name and password.Example telnet 172.31.1.53Trying 172.31.1.53...Connected to 172.31.1.53.Escape character is '^]'.Login: usernamePassword: Dell>After you log in to the switch, the prompt provides you with the current command-level information. Forexample:Prompt CLI Command ModeDell> EXECDell# EXEC PrivilegeDell(conf)# CONFIGURATIONNOTE: For a list of all the command mode prompts, refer to the Command Modes section.Multiple Configuration UsersWhen a user enters CONFIGURATION mode and another user is already in CONFIGURATION mode, theDell Networking operating software generates an alert warning message similar to the following:Dell#conf% Warning: The following users are currently configuring the system:User "" on line console0User "admin" on line vty0 ( 123.12.1.123 )User "admin" on line vty1 ( 123.12.1.123 )User "Irene" on line vty3 ( 123.12.1.321 )Dell#confCLI Basics 45
