Stacking Cable Connections | Enterasys Networks A2H124-24FX manual

Connecting Stacking Cables

Figure 3‐8 shows an example of a four‐high stack connected in a closed loop configuration. All STACK DOWN and STACK UP connectors are used in the installation. The stacking cable connections are from the STACK DOWN connector of one switch to the STACK UP connector of the next switch up in the stack. A stacking cable connection from the STACK DOWN connector of the switch at the top of the stack to the STACK UP connector at the bottom of the stack closes the loop. In a daisy chain configuration, one cable connection is not made.

Figure 3-8 Stacking Cable Connections

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1	Category 5 or better UTP cable	4	STACK UP connector at top of stack
2	STACK UP connector	5	STACK DOWN connector at bottom of stack

3STACK DOWN connector

After connecting the cables to the stacking ports, proceed to “Configuring Switches in a Stack” on page 3‐13 for instructions.

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A2H124-24FX specifications

Enterasys Networks A2H124-24FX is a high-performance network switch designed to meet the demands of modern data centers and enterprise environments. This switch exemplifies the blend of reliability, scalability, and advanced features that enterprises require to ensure seamless connectivity and data management.

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