Chapter 1 Using the CLI
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Conventions Used
The following conventions are used in this chapter to convey instructions and
information:
• Mandatory keywords are in boldface.
• Variables that you supply are in pointed brackets <>.
• Optional keywords are in square brackets [].
• Alternative but mandatory keywords are grouped in braces {} and separated by
a vertical bar |.
• If you enter an alphanumeric string of two words or more, enclose the string in
inverted commas.
• Information displayed on screen is displayed in text font.
CLI Help
The CLI has its own Help utility. Use the following key sequences to operate the CLI
Help:
• To display all commands available in a context type a question mark.
• To display all commands starting with a certain string, type the first few letters
followed by a question mark.
• To get help containing all commands parameters with their legal values as well
as its syntax and an example, type a question mark at the end of command or at
the stage where it is unique.
• Use the Tab key to complete an unambiguous command.
Example: Router> show?
Command Line Prompt
Navigation, Cursor Movement and Shortcuts
The CLI contains a simple text editor with these functions:
Table 1.1 Navigation, Cursor Movement and Shortcuts
Keyboard Functions
Backspace Deletes the previous character
Up arrow/Down arrow Scrolls back and forward through the command
history buffer
Left arrow/Right arrow Moves the cursor left or right