Replacing a Node with the Same Switch Type

Tip
For an easier, automatic way to add/replace a node, see Automatically Adding or Replacing Nodes in a Stack.If you are replacing a node with a different switch type, you must change the stack configuration before the new node can operate. Follow the procedure in Replacing a Node with a Different Switch Type.

Note
If the stack will use MPLS, only the 5520 can act as primary and backup.To replace a node with an identical switch type, follow these steps: