ISCSICLI Windows Command Guide
The Windows iscsicli command is a powerful tool for managing iSCSI initiators and targets. It allows users to configure, connect, and disconnect iSCSI targets, as well as retrieve information about current sessions and connections. With iscsicli, administrators can efficiently manage iSCSI resources on Windows systems, making it easier to set up and maintain storage solutions.
ISCSICLI Syntax:
Section titled “ISCSICLI Syntax:”iscsicli [TargetName | -Target <TargetName>]Options:
Section titled “Options:”| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| -Target | Specifies the name of the iSCSI target. |
Parameters:
Section titled “Parameters:”| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| TargetName | Specifies the iSCSI target’s name to be managed. |
ISCSICLI Command Samples:
Section titled “ISCSICLI Command Samples:”Connect to an iSCSI Target
Section titled “Connect to an iSCSI Target”iscsicli QAddTargetPortal TargetIPAddress TargetPortiscsicli QLoginTarget TargetNameEstablishes a connection to an iSCSI target by adding the target portal and logging in to the target.
List iSCSI Targets
Section titled “List iSCSI Targets”iscsicli ListTargetsDisplays a list of all discovered iSCSI targets available for connection.
Display iSCSI Initiator Information
Section titled “Display iSCSI Initiator Information”iscsicli ReportISCLSIIkeStatusShows detailed information about the iSCSI initiator, including the iSCSI initiator adapter name and status.
Retrieve iSCSI Initiator Session Information
Section titled “Retrieve iSCSI Initiator Session Information”iscsicli ListTunnelAddressRetrieves information about the iSCSI initiator session, such as the tunnel addresses used for communication.
Disconnect from an iSCSI Target
Section titled “Disconnect from an iSCSI Target”iscsicli LogoutTarget TargetNameiscsicli RemoveTargetTarget TargetNameLogs out from and removes the specified iSCSI target connection, terminating the session.
Manage iSCSI Initiator Settings
Section titled “Manage iSCSI Initiator Settings”iscsicli AddISNSServer ServerIPAddressiscsicli DiscoverTarget TargetIPAddressAdds an iSNS server for the initiator to use and initiates the discovery process to find iSCSI targets available for connection.
Modify iSCSI Session Options
Section titled “Modify iSCSI Session Options”iscsicli SetSessionChapParameters TargetNameConfigures the Challenge-Handshake Authentication Protocol (CHAP) parameters for the specified iSCSI target session.
ISCSICLI FAQ:
Section titled “ISCSICLI FAQ:”How do I use iscsicli in Windows?
Section titled “How do I use iscsicli in Windows?”To use the iscsicli command in Windows, execute the following command:
iscsicli --q AddTargetPortal 192.168.1.100How can I list all the available targets using iscsicli?
Section titled “How can I list all the available targets using iscsicli?”To list all the available targets with iscsicli, use the following command:
iscsicli ListTargetsHow do I connect to a specific target with iscsicli?
Section titled “How do I connect to a specific target with iscsicli?”To connect to a specific target using iscsicli, run the following command:
iscsicli QAddTargetPortal 192.168.1.100iscsicli LoginTarget iqn.2005-10.com.example:target0How can I view the details of all the iSCSI sessions?
Section titled “How can I view the details of all the iSCSI sessions?”To view the details of all iSCSI sessions with iscsicli, use this command:
iscsicli ReportTargetMappingsHow do I disconnect from an iSCSI target using iscsicli?
Section titled “How do I disconnect from an iSCSI target using iscsicli?”To disconnect from an iSCSI target with iscsicli, execute the following command:
iscsicli LogoutTarget iqn.2005-10.com.example:target0How can I remove a target portal using iscsicli?
Section titled “How can I remove a target portal using iscsicli?”To remove a target portal with iscsicli, run the following command:
iscsicli RemoveTargetPortal 192.168.1.100Applications of the ISCSICLI Command
Section titled “Applications of the ISCSICLI Command”- List iSCSI initiators
- Display iSCSI initiator information
- List iSCSI targets
- Display iSCSI target information
- Log in to an iSCSI target
- Log out of an iSCSI target
- Refresh the iSCSI target information
- Configure iSCSI persistence
- Set iSCSI CHAP secret
- Clear iSCSI persistent targets and information