Ring Topology

SummitStack nodes should be connected to each other in a ring topology. In a ring topology, one link is used to connect to a node and the other link is used to connect to another node. The result forms a physical ring connection. This topology is highly recommended for normal operation. The following figure shows a maximal ring topology of eight active nodes.

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Graphical Representation of a Ring Topology
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While a physical ring connection may be present, a ring active topology only exists if all nodes in the stack are active nodes.

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Summit Family Switches in a Ring Topology
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