Cisco Systems 3120 manual Connecting to the StackWise Plus Ports

Chapter 2 Switch Installation

Planning and Creating a Switch Stack

Figure 2-10is an example of a recommended configuration in which eight switch modules create two separate switch stacks in four blade enclosures. This configuration provides redundant connections.

Figure 2-10 Stacking up to Eight Switch Modules in Four Blade Enclosures to Create Two Stacks

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Connecting to the StackWise Plus Ports

Before you connect the StackWise Plus cables, review the “Planning and Creating a Switch Stack” section on page 2-13. Always use a Cisco-approved StackWise Plus cable to connect the switches.

Follow these steps to connect the StackWise Plus cable to the StackWise Plus ports:

Step 1 Remove the dust covers from the StackWise Plus cables and StackWise Plus ports, and store them for future use.

Step 2 Use the window in the StackWise Plus cable to align the connector correctly. Insert the cable into the StackWise Plus port on the front of the switch module (Figure 2-11). Use a ratcheting torque screwdriver to tighten the retainer screws to 5 lbf-in. (80 ozf-in.).

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