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1 Overview and setup The Command Line Interface (CLI) is used to configure and manage the MSA array controller and its storage. Some configuration and management tasks include configuring storage units (LUNs), limiting access to the storage, and viewing information on MSA components (controller, unit, and cache). In addition, the CLI can be used to display system setup information and status. It may also provide information on devices that are attached to the controller. NOTE: The CLI is available for all supported operating systems. The CLI is an out-of-band utility, accessed through a host computer connected to the serial port of an MSA controller. This chapter discusses: • About the CLI, page 11 • Accessing the CLI, page 14 About the CLI To use the CLI, enter a command string at the CLI prompt (CLI>). Commands must use a specific, preset syntax. After a command is entered and executed, the results are displayed at the CLI prompt. When using the CLI, the following keystrokes have special meaning: Table 2 CLI special keys Keyboard keys Ctrl+B Ctrl+F Ctrl+P Ctrl+N Arrow key Left arrow Right arrow Up arrow Down arrow Meaning Move the cursor back one character Move the cursor forward one character Recall the previous command in the command buffer Recall the next command in the command buffer NOTE: The CLI uses a zero-based numbering system. For example, LUN number assignments begin with 0. HP StorageWorks 1000/1500 Modular Smart Array Command Line Interface user guide 11