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Version: v2.15.x LTS

Using Zowe CLI

Using Zowe CLI

In this section, learn about how to use Zowe CLI, including connecting to the mainframe, managing profiles, integrating with API Mediation Layer, and more.

You can use the CLI interactively from a command window on any computer on which it is installed, or run it in a container or automation environment.

Tip: If you want to use the CLI together with a screen reader to provide accessibility, we recommend using the Mac™ Terminal application enabled for Accessibility through System Preferences > Accessibility. On Windows™, adjust the Properties settings in Command Prompt. For other operating systems, or for alternative terminals, check the specification for the terminal to ensure that it meets accessibility requirements.

Supported CPU architectures, operating systems, and package/resource managers

Zowe CLI supports the following CPU architectures:

Operating systems

Package/resource managers


Using Zowe CLI on z/OS Unix Systems Services is not supported at this time. If you would like to use it on USS in the future, show your interest by voting for the enhancement in the Zowe CLI GitHub repository.