CLI access

Access the CLI through the following interfaces:

Console port

Connect the management port on the switch to your computer using a serial cable and then use terminal emulation software to reach the switch from the computer. Typically, the console port is used when first installing the switch and performing initial configuration tasks.

Management port (out-of-band connection)

Connect the management port on the switch to your network, and then use SSH client software to reach the switch from a computer connected to the same network. This requires that a DHCP server is installed on the network.

In the switch factory default state, the management port and SSH on the management VRF (mgmt) are enabled.

Data port (in-band connection)

Connect a data port on the switch to your network, and then use SSH client software to reach the switch from a computer connected to the same network. Management traffic ingresses and egresses switch data ports with rest of the traffic on the network, therefore it can be affected by traffic congestion and other issues impacting the network.