CHAPTER 2
Switch Installation
For initial switch setup, assigning the switch IP address, and powering on information, see the switch getting
started guide on Cisco.com.
This chapter contains these topics:
• Preparing for Installation, on page 33
• Planning a Switch Data Stack, on page 36
• Data Stack Cabling Configurations, on page 38
• Planning a StackPower Stack, on page 40
• StackPower Cabling Configurations, on page 41
• Installing the Switch, on page 43
• Connecting to the StackWise Ports, on page 47
• Connecting to the StackPower Ports, on page 48
• Installing a Network Module in the Switch, on page 49
• Installing and Removing SFP, SFP+ and QSFP+ Modules, on page 49
• Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports, on page 49
• Where to Go Next, on page 51
Preparing for Installation
Safety Warnings
This section includes the basic installation caution and warning statements. Read this section before you start
the installation procedure. Translations of the warning statements appear in the Regulatory Compliance and
Safety Information guide on Cisco.com.
Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces,
and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns
or weld the metal object to the terminals. Statement 43
Warning
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