Reference Guide

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z Description—A brief description of the command.
z Syntax—A description of the command parameters, including license requirements for specific parameters if
needed. The applicable ranges and default values, if any, are also included.
z Usage Guidelines—Information to help you use the command, including: prerequisites, prohibitions, and
related commands.
z Example—An example of how to use the command.
z Command History—The version of ArubaOS in which the command was first introduced. Modifications and
changes to the command are also noted
z Command Information—This table describes any licensing requirements, command modes and platforms for
which this command is applicable. For more information about available licenses, see the “Software Licenses”
chapter in the ArubaOS User Guide.
Connecting to the Controller
This section describes how to connect to the controller to use the CLI.
Serial Port Connection
The serial port is located on the front panel of the controller. Connect a terminal or PC/workstation running a
terminal emulation program to the serial port on the controller to use the CLI. Configure your terminal or
terminal emulation program to use the following communication settings.
Telnet or SSH Connection
Telnet or SSH access requires that you configure an IP address and a default gateway on the controller and
connect the controller to your network. This is typically performed when you run the Initial Setup on the
controller, as described in the Dell Quick Start Guide. In certain deployments, you can also configure a loopback
address for the controller; see the “Deploying a Basic Dell User-Centric System” chapter in the ArubaOS User
Guide for more information.
Configuration changes on Master Controllers
Some commands can only be issued when connected to a master controller. If you make a configuration change
on a master controller, all connected local controllers will subsequently update their configurations as well. You
can manually synchronize all of the controllers at any time by saving the configuration on the master controller.
CLI Access
When you connect to the controller using the CLI, the system displays its host name followed by the login
prompt. Log in using the admin user account and the password you entered during the Initial Setup on the
controller (the password displays as asterisks). For example:
(host)
User: admin
Password: *****
When you are logged in, the user mode CLI prompt displays. For example:
(host) >
User mode provides only limited access for basic operational testing such as running ping and traceroute.
Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Stop Bits Flow Control
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