Command line overview

The command line allows you to perform most administration tasks. It is accessed by logging on to the system through a terminal session with a valid username and password.

Executing a command

To execute a command:

1. Type the command and any arguments at the command prompt.
2. Press Enter.

To view information about how to use a command:

1. Type the command without any arguments, or with a " -?" after the command.
2. Press Enter.

Using function keys

Some commands display menus that involve the use of function keys (denoted F#, where # is a function key number).

Note:
Many of the system prompts in this procedure require the use of function keys. Typically, if the function keys do not work, you can use them by pressing Ctrl+F then pressing # where # is the function key number. If the terminal type is xterm, use the following procedure so that the function keys will work properly:

1. Enter export TERM=xterm
2. Enter export SMTERM=xterm

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