getipnodebyname - Linux

Overview

getipnodebyname retrieves IP node information for a specified interface by interface name. It is primarily used for network configuration and monitoring, allowing administrators to obtain details about network devices and their IP assignments.

Syntax

getipnodebyname [interface-name]

Options/Flags

None

Examples

Get IP node information for the eth0 interface:

getipnodebyname eth0

Output:

IP Node Name: eth0
IP Node Type: ether
IP Node Flags: PROMISC
IP Node MTU: 1500
IP Node Speed: 100000000 bps
IP Node Tx Queue Lengths: 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0
IP Node Rx Queue Lengths: 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0, 0
IP Node IP Addresses: 192.168.1.100/24
IP Node MAC Addresses: 00:50:56:82:9b:88

Common Issues

• No output: Ensure that the specified interface name exists and is configured properly.
• Invalid parameter: Check that the interface name is valid and does not contain special characters or spaces.

Integration

getipnodebyname can be used in conjunction with other Linux commands for network management tasks:

• ifconfig -a: Display all network interfaces, including their names and IP addresses.
• route: Manage and display routing tables.
• ip addr: Configure and manage network interfaces.

Related Commands

• ip
• ifconfig
• netstat