Chapter 8 Novell Host Configuration
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executable program that can be run from a DOS prompt on a NetWare
workstation.
npsh.exe performs the following:
npsh nvplist
Lists all of the Ethernet Interface devices on the network; each name is in
the default format M_
xxxxxx
(where
xxxxxx
equals the last six digits of the
unit Ethernet address). This is regardless of whether it is configured as a
PSERVER or an RPRINTER.
npsh
unitname
Starts a Telnet-like session with the named print server, allowing you to
configure, monitor, and troubleshoot the unit with the built-in command
set.
npsh
unitname command
Initiates a single Command with guest access only to the unit instead of
entering into a complete session.
To communicate with the unit using npsh.exe:
1. From a DOS prompt on a Novell workstation, begin an npsh session
with the unit.
npsh
unitname
Starts a Telnet-like session with the named print server with guest
access only.
2. To obtain root access to the unit, type:
supervisor
A standard login screen is displayed prompting you for the login name
and password.
3. Login to the unit as root user.
root
NOTE: Root users require the use of a password as configured in the
unit user list.
4. Enter the password. If this password is not yet set, press enter at the
password prompt. Otherwise, enter the password that is already
stored in the unit.
password