SmartConnect User’s Guide

Stack Member Numbers

Each switch in the stack has two numeric identifiers, as follows:

„Attached Switch number (asnum)

The asnum identifies each switch based on its physical connection in relation to the Master.

„Configured Switch number (csnum):

The csnum is configured by the stack administrator in order to create a logical grouping of switches and ports.

It is recommended that asnum 1 and csnum 1 be used for identifying the Master switch.

Note – By default, csnum 1 is assigned to the Master. If csnum 1 is not available, the lowest available csnum is assigned to the Master.

Configuring a Stack

This section provides procedures for creating a stack of switch modules. The high-level procedure is as follows:

„Enable stacking on each switch.

„Designate one switch as the Master.

„Reboot all stack switches.

„Connect the stack trunk as shown in Figure 4-A.

„Configure the Master interface.

„Configure additional stacking parameters on the Master.

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IBM Partner Pavilion BMD00082 manual Stack Member Numbers, Configuring a Stack