HP 5120 EI Switch Software Configuration Guide

About this manual

This guide covers the software configuration procedures for the HP 5120 EI Switch Series, Release 2215. It introduces the command‑line interface, login methods, file management, software upgrades, and basic device setup.

The document is organized into sections such as Fundamentals, IRF configuration, Layer 2 switching, Layer 3 IP services, ACL & QoS, Security, High Availability, and Network Management. Each section provides detailed commands, examples, and best‑practice recommendations for deploying the switch in various network scenarios.

What's inside

• Fundamentals Configuration Guide
• IRF Configuration Guide
• Layer 2 – LAN Switching Configuration Guide
• Layer 3 – IP Services Configuration Guide
• ACL and QoS Configuration Guide
• Security Configuration Guide
• High Availability Configuration Guide
• Network Management and Monitoring Configuration Guide

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

How do you log in to the CLI?

Use the console port for the first login, then you can access the CLI via Telnet, SSH, or the web interface.

How can you configure the SSH server on the device?

Enable and set up the SSH server using the CLI commands described in the SSH configuration section.

How do you save the running configuration?

Execute the appropriate CLI command to save the current configuration to persistent storage.