Network Module LEDs 22
Rear Panel 22
RJ-45 Console Port LED 25
StackWise Ports 25
Power Supply Modules 25
Fan Module 28
StackPower Connector 30
Ethernet Management Port 30
RJ-45 Console Port 31
Management Options 31
Switch Installation 33
CHAPTER 2
Preparing for Installation 33
Safety Warnings 33
Installation Guidelines 35
Box Contents 36
Tools and Equipment 36
Verifying Switch Operation 36
Powering Off the Switch 36
Planning a Switch Data Stack 36
Switch Stacking and Power Stacking Guidelines 37
Data Stack Cabling Configurations 38
Data Stack Bandwidth and Partitioning Examples 38
Power-On Sequence for Switch Stacks 39
Planning a StackPower Stack 40
StackPower Stacking Guidelines 40
StackPower Cabling Configurations 41
StackPower Partitioning Examples 42
Installing the Switch 43
Rack-Mounting 43
Attaching the Rack-Mount Brackets 44
Mounting the Switch a Rack 46
Installing the Switch on a Table or Shelf 47
After Switch Installation 47
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