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INE
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OMMANDS
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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:
Related Commands
show line (3-84)
show users (3-42)
login
Use this command to enable password checking at login. Use the no form 
to disable password checking and allow connections without a password.
Syntax 
login [local] 
no login
Console(config)#line console
Console(config-line)#