Example: Basic Stack with Eight Switches

SummitStack Cable Connections Using Eight Switches with Integrated SummitStack Ports shows cable connections for an 8-node stack using SummitStack 40G cables to connect switches with integrated SummitStack ports.
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SummitStack Cable Connections Using Eight Switches with Integrated SummitStack Ports
SummitStack Cable Connections Using Eight Switches with Integrated SummitStack Ports
Basic Stack with Eight Switches: Connections lists the recommended order for connecting the stacking ports in this example.
Table 1. Basic Stack with Eight Switches: Connections
Connect this slot and port . . .. . . To this slot and port
Slot 1Stack Port 2Slot 2Stack Port 1
Slot 2Stack Port 2Slot 3Stack Port 1
Slot 3Stack Port 2Slot 4Stack Port 1
Slot 4Stack Port 2Slot 5Stack Port 1
Slot 5Stack Port 2Slot 6Stack Port 1
Slot 6Stack Port 2Slot 7Stack Port 1
Slot 7Stack Port 2Slot 8Stack Port 1
Slot 8Stack Port 2Slot 1Stack Port 1