Specifications

Common Commands Command Reference Guide

alias <“text”>

Use the alias command to populate the ifAlias OID (Interface Table MIB of RFC 2863) for all physical

interfaces and frame relay virtual interfaces when using SNMP management stations.

Syntax Description

<input>

Alphanumeric character string describing the interface (for SNMP) — must be

encased in quotation marks

Default Values

No defaults required for this command.

Command Modes

(config-interface)# Interface Configuration Mode

Command History

Release 1.1 Command was introduced.

Functional Notes

The ifAlias OID is a member of the ifXEntry object-type (defined in RFC 2863) used to provide a non-volatile,

unique name for various interfaces. This name is preserved through power cycles. Enter a string (using the

alias

command) which clearly identifies the interface.

Usage Examples

The following example defines a unique character string for the T1 interface:

(config)#

interface t1 1/1

(config-t1 1/1)#

alias “CIRCUIT_ID_23-908-8887-401”

Technology Review

Please refer to RFC 2863 for more detailed information on the ifAlias display string.