CLI Reference Guide-R04

Chapter 4 | System Management Commands
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line This command identifies a specific line for configuration, and to process
subsequent line configuration commands.
Syntax
line {console | vty}
console - Console terminal line.
vty - Virtual terminal for remote console access (i.e., Telnet).
Default Setting
There is no default line.
Command Mode
Global Configuration
Command Usage
Telnet is considered a virtual terminal connection and will be shown as “VTY” in
screen displays such as show users. However, the serial communication parameters
(e.g., databits) do not affect Telnet connections.
Example
To enter console line mode, enter the following command:
Console(config)#line console
Console(config-line)#
Related Commands
show line (149)
show users (121)
databits This command sets the number of data bits per character that are interpreted and
generated by the console port. Use the no form to restore the default value.
Syntax
databits {7 | 8}
no databits
7 - Seven data bits per character.
8 - Eight data bits per character.
Default Setting
8 data bits per character
Command Mode
Line Configuration