Dell Force10 S55T Quick Start Guide - Page 19

2 Installing the Software Navigating CLI Modes The FTOS prompt changes to indicate the CLI mode. You must move linearly through the command modes, with the exception of the end command which takes you directly to EXEC Privilege mode; the exit command moves you up one command mode level. Console Access NOTE: You must have a password configured on a virtual terminal line before you can Telnet into the system. Therefore, you must use a console connection when connecting to the system for the first time. The S55/S60 has 2 management ports available for system access: a serial console port and a USB-B port. The USB-B ports acts exactly as the console port. By default, the S55/S60 sends system messages to the serial console port. However, only one console connection can be active at a time. When both the serial console port and the USB-B port are connected, the system defaults to the USB-B port. The console connection is considered inactive if the USB-B port is also connected. You can switch between console connections by physically connecting or disconnecting the cables. A system message is displayed on the serial console prior to switching to the USB-B console. When the USB-B cable is detached, the system returns to the serial console default. Installing the Software 17