Cisco Systems 3650 manual Data Stack Bandwidth and Partitioning Examples

Chapter 2 Switch Installation

Planning a Switch Data Stack

The configuration example (Figure 2-1) uses the supplied 0.5-meter StackWise cable. The example shows the full-ring configuration that provides redundant connections.

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Data Stacking the Catalyst 3650 Switches in a Rack or on a Table Using the 0.5-meter StackWise Cables

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Figure 2-2shows a recommended configuration when the switches are mounted side-by-side. Use the 1-meter and the 3-meter StackWise cables to connect the switches. This configuration provides redundant connections.

Figure 2-2 Data Stacking up to Four Switches in a Side-by-Side Mounting

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Data Stack Bandwidth and Partitioning Examples

This section provides examples of data stack bandwidth and possible data stack partitioning.

Figure 2-3shows a data stack of Catalyst 3650 switches that provides full bandwidth and redundant StackWise cable connections.

Figure 2-3 Example of a Data Stack with Full Bandwidth Connections

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Catalyst 3650 Switch Hardware Installation Guide

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