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Cisco Catalyst Blade Switch 3120 for HP Hardware Installation Guide
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Chapter 2 Switch Installation
Planning and Creating a Switch Stack
is 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
Connecting to the StackWise Plus Ports
. 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.
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 (
StackWise Plus port on the front of the switch module (
). Use a ratcheting torque screwdriver
to tighten the retainer screws to 5 lbf-in. (80 ozf-in.).
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