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

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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