1-11 Logging In to an Ethernet SwitchWhen logging in to an Ethernet switch, go to these sections for information you are interested in:z Logging In to an Ethernet Switchz Introduction to User Interfacez Specifying Source for Telnet Packetsz Controlling Login UsersLogging In to an Ethernet SwitchYou can log in to an H3C S5810 series Ethernet switch in one of the following ways:z Logging In Through the Console Portz Logging In Through Telnet/SSHz Logging In Using Modemz Logging in Through Web-based Network Management Systemz Logging In Through NMSIntroduction to User InterfaceSupported User InterfacesH3C S5810 series Ethernet switch supports two types of user interfaces: AUX and VTY.z AUX port: Used to manage and monitor users logging in via the console port. The device providesAUX ports of EIA/TIA-232 DTE type. The port is usually used for the first access to the switch.z VTY (virtual type terminal): Used to manage and monitor users logging in via VTY. VTY port isusually used when you access the device by means of Telnet or SSH.Table 1-1 Description on user interfaceUser interface Applicable user Port used DescriptionAUX Users logging in through theConsole port Console port Each switch can accommodateone AUX user.VTY Telnet users and SSH users Ethernet port Each switch can accommodateup to five VTY users.As the AUX port and the Console port of a H3C series switch are the same one, you will be in the AUXuser interface if you log in through this port.
