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Typographical conventions
The following table describes the typographic styles used in this guide:
Table 3 Typographic conventions
Typeface or symbol Meaning Example
AaBbCc123
This type depicts onscreen computer output and
prompts.
Main#
AaBbCc123
This type displays in command examples and shows
text that must be typed in exactly as shown.
Main# sys
<AaBbCc123>
This italicized type displays in command examples
as a parameter placeholder. Replace the indicated
text with the appropriate real name or value when
using the command. Do not type the brackets.
This also shows guide titles, special terms, or words
to be emphasized.
To establish a Telnet session, enter:
host# telnet <IP address>
Read the user guide thoroughly.
[ ]
Command items shown inside brackets are optional
and can be used or excluded as the situation
demands. Do not type the brackets.
host# ls [-a]
