Force10 Networks CC-C-BLNK-LC manual Assembling a Switch Stack, Six Stacked MXL 10/40GbE Switches

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Assembling a Switch Stack

After you complete the initial switch configuration, the MXL 10/40GbE Switch is powered up and operational. Stacking is supported on the 40GbE ports on the base module or a 2-Port 40GbE QSFP+ module to connect up to six MXL 10/40GbE Switches in a single stack.

Figure 1-9shows an example using six MXL 10/40GbE Switches in a chassis. The MXL 10/40GbE Switches are connected to operate as a single stack in a ring topology using only the 40GbE ports on the base modules. You can use the 40GbE ports on the base module and plug-in modules to create a stack in either a ring or daisy-chain topology.

NOTE: All MXL 10/40GbE Switches in the stack should be powered up with the initial configuration before you attach the cables.

Figure 1-9. Six Stacked MXL 10/40GbE Switches

Assembling a Switch Stack

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Contents Getting Started Guide June 2012 P/N WMDP6 Rev. A00 Contents Assembling a Switch Stack Product Description IntroductionInternal Ports Hardware OverviewFront Panel FlexIOTM Plug-in Modules Base ModuleThen save the configuration and reload the switch Port Numbering USB Ports on Front Panel USB PortsDescribes system LED conditions System and Port LEDsPort LEDs on Modules Site Preparation InstallationUnpacking the Switch Installing and Configuring the SwitchInsert Switch Blade Power On Connect Console Yes Loader CLI PowerEdge M1000e Front View with Server Blades Installing the Switch Blade in a PowerEdge M1000eInstalling and Configuring the Switch Page Performing the Initial Configuration Invoking the X-Loader and U-Boot CLIsInitial Configuration Procedure Sample Setup Wizard Session Installing and Configuring the Switch Installing and Configuring the Switch Ftos Six Stacked MXL 10/40GbE Switches Assembling a Switch StackConfiguring and Bringing Up a Stack Save the stacking configuration on the 40GbE ports Managing a Stack Ftos enable FTOS# configure FTOSconf# stack-unit 0 priorityAuto Stack Number Assignment Splitting 40GbE QSFP+ Ports into 10GbE SFP+ Ports Switch Configuration FCoE Connectivity DCB SupportISCSI Operation Next Steps Chassis Physical Design Technical SpecificationsEnvironmental Parameters Ieee Standards Power RequirementsTechnical Specifications Page W. d e l l . c o m s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o m