Connecting A Virtual Chassis Cable To An Ex4500 Switch - Juniper EX4500 Hardware Manual

Connecting a Virtual Chassis Cable to an EX4500 Switch

The Virtual Chassis module has two dedicated Virtual Chassis ports (VCPs) that can be used to interconnect
the EX4500 switch with EX4200 switches or EX4500 switches to form a Virtual Chassis. The Virtual
Chassis module is installed on the rear side of the switch chassis. Use the procedure described in this topic
to connect a Virtual Chassis cable to a dedicated VCP port on a Virtual Chassis module.
Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:
Phillips (+) screwdriver, number 2
NOTE: Virtual Chassis cables and Virtual Chassis cable connector retainers are not part of the
EX4500 switch's shipping configuration. If you want to purchase these, you must order them
separately.
To connect a Virtual Chassis cable to a dedicated VCP on an EX4500 switch (see
1. Taking care not to touch module components, pins, leads, or solder connections, remove the Virtual
Chassis cable from its bag.
2. Using both hands, place the Virtual Chassis cable connector in the empty VCP and slide it in gently
until it is fully seated.
3. Slide the cable connector retainer over the Virtual Chassis cable connector.
4. Tighten the screws on the cable connector retainer by using the screwdriver.
Figure 69: Connecting a Virtual Chassis Cable to a Dedicated VCP on a Virtual Chassis Module
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