Cisco Systems WSC2960S24TSSRF manual Stack Cabling, Stack Bandwidth and Partitioning Examples

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Chapter 2 Switch Installation

Planning a Switch Stack

Stack Cabling

Figure 2-5and Figure 2-6show the switches stacked in a vertical rack or on a table. The connections are redundant.

Figure 2-4 Stacking Switches with the 0.5-meter FlexStack Cable

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Figure 2-5 Stacking Switches with 0.5-meter and 3-meter FlexStack Cables

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Stack Bandwidth and Partitioning Examples

Figure 2-6shows a stack that provides full bandwidth with redundant connections.

Figure 2-6 Stack with Full Bandwidth Connections

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Figure 2-7shows a stack with incomplete stack cabling connections. This stack provides only half bandwidth and does not have redundant connections.

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Contents Catalyst 2960-S Switch Hardware Installation Guide Americas HeadquartersPage N T E N T S Connecting to Fiber-Optic SFP and SFP+ Modules Uninstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB Driver C-5 Catalyst 2960-S Switch Hardware Installation Guide Preface Obtaining Documentation and Submitting a Service Request Related PublicationsDescription Switch ModelsSupported Switch Model Front Panel Catalyst 2960S-48FPD-L Front PanelCatalyst 2960S-48TS-L Front Panel Catalyst 2960S-F48FPS-L Front Panel 10/100 PoE+ Ports 10/100/1000 PoE+ Ports10/100 Ports 10/100/1000 PortsManagement Ports USB Mini-Type B PortUSB Type a Port SFP and SFP+ Module SlotsSupported SFP Modules SFP-H10GB-CU1M= Supported SFP+ ModulesSFP-10G-LRM= SFP-H10GB-CU3M=RPS 1 LED LEDsSystem LED Color System StatusMaster LED Port Mode DescriptionMode LED Port Mode Description Port LEDs and ModesStack Port Mode Port LED Color MeaningSpeed Color PoE Status10/100 and 10/100/1000 ports Stack LED Stack member 1 3 Stack memberColor Description Console LEDsConsole LEDs show which console port is in use Rear Panel Ethernet Management Port LEDFan exhaust AC power connector RPS connector 12 Catalyst 2960-S Switch Rear Panel with an RPS connectorFlexStack Ports RPS ConnectorFan exhaust AC power connector Cisco RPSAC Power Connector Management OptionsNetwork Configurations OL-19732-04 Preparing Safety WarningsRead these topics and perform the procedures in this order PWR-RPS2300Statement 113F 45C. Statement Tools and Equipment Installation GuidelinesBox Contents Stack Guidelines Planning a Switch StackVerifying Switch Operation Switch Installation Planning a Switch Stack Installing the FlexStack Module Secure the screws tightly on each side of the moduleStack Cabling Stack Bandwidth and Partitioning ExamplesStack with Half Bandwidth Connections Rack-Mounting Installing the SwitchPower-On Sequence for Switch Stacks Attaching the Rack-Mount Brackets 10 Rack-Mounting Brackets12 Attaching Brackets for 19-inch Racks Mounting in a Rack 13 Mounting in a RackPhillips truss-head screws Wall-MountingAttaching the Brackets for Wall-Mounting Attaching the RPS Connector Cover StatementMounting on a Wall 16 Mounting on a WallTable- or Shelf-Mounting Connecting the FlexStack CablesAfter Switch Installation Installing the Power Cord Retainer Optional 18 Inserting the Retainer through the Lanced LoopSlide the retainer through the first latch. See Figure 19 Sliding the Retainer Through the LatchInstalling SFP and SFP+ Modules 21 Sleeve Around the Power CordInstalling an SFP or SFP+ Module Removing an SFP or SFP+ ModuleConnecting to SFP and SFP+ Modules Connecting to Fiber-Optic SFP and SFP+ ModulesConnecting to 1000BASE-T SFP 24 Connecting to a Fiber-Optic SFP Module PortRJ-45 connector 10/100 and 10/100/1000 PoE+ Port ConnectionsSwitch to switch Yes Switch to hub Device Crossover Cable1Device Crossover Cable Where to Go Next10/100 and 10/100/1000 Port Connections Switch LEDs Diagnosing ProblemsSwitch Post Results Ethernet and Fiber-Optic Cables Switch ConnectionsBad or Damaged Cable Link Status10/100 or 10/100/1000 PoE Port Connections Interface Settings10/100 or 10/100/1000 Port Connections SFP and SFP+ ModuleSpanning Tree Loops Switch PerformancePing End Device Speed, Duplex, and AutonegotiationCabling Distance Clearing the Switch IP Address and ConfigurationFinding the Switch Serial Number Troubleshooting Finding the Switch Serial Number Serial Number Location for the C2960S-STACK Module Serial Number Location for the C2960S-F-STACK Module Replacing a Failed Stack Member OL-19732-04 Technical Specifications Environmental RangesPower Requirements Physical Dimensions Power Requirements Physical Dimensions OL-19732-04 Connector Specifications 10/100 Ports Including PoESFP Module Connectors 10/100/1000 Ports Including PoECables and Adapters SFP Module CablesGLC-T 1000BASE-SXGLC-SX-MM 1000BASE-LX/LHTwo Twisted-Pair Straight-Through Cable Schematic Cable PinoutsDevice Switch Console RJ-45-to-DB-9 Port DTEConsole Port Adapter Pinouts Switch Console RJ-45-to-DB-25 Port DTE OL-19732-04 Accessing the CLI Through Express Setup Accessing the CLI Through the Console PortConnecting the RJ-45 Console Port or USB Console Port Installing the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB Device Driver Installing the Cisco Microsoft Windows XP USB DriverInstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows 2000 USB Driver Installing the Cisco Microsoft Windows Vista USB DriverUninstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows USB Driver Uninstalling the Cisco Microsoft Windows Vista USB DriverCompleting the Setup Program Entering the Initial Configuration InformationIP Settings Application. To configure Snmp later, enter no Enter an enable password, and press ReturnEnter a virtual terminal Telnet password, and press Return Switch or as a standalone switchThese choices appear Numerics 10/100/1000 PoE ports NumberingRack-mounting 2-10 to SFP and SFP+ modules IN-2LED RPSStatus Post Restricted access area RPS connector cover IN-6
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2960S, WSC2960S24TSSRF, 2960S-24TS-S, 2960 specifications

Cisco Systems 2960 series switches are a prominent solution in the networking landscape, known for their reliability, scalability, and feature-rich offerings. Ideal for small to medium-sized enterprises, these switches provide a robust foundation for network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and connectivity.

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