Connecting To The Stackwise Ports (Catalyst 3750-E Switches) - Casio Catalyst 3750-E Installation Manual

Connecting to the StackWise Ports (Catalyst 3750-E Switches)

Connecting to the StackWise Ports (Catalyst 3750-E Switches)
Before connecting the StackWise cables, review the
Switches)" section on page
Follow these steps to connect the StackWise cable to the StackWise ports:
Remove the dust covers from the StackWise cables and StackWise ports, and store them for future use.
Step 1
Use the window in the StackWise cable to align the connector correctly. Insert the cable into the
Step 2
StackWise port on the back of the switch
the retainer screws to 5 lbf-in. (80 ozf-in.).
Insert the other end of the cable into the connector of the other switch, and tighten the retainer screws to
Step 3
5 lbf-in. (80 ozf-in.). Avoid overtightening the screws.
Figure 2-16
Caution
When you need to remove the StackWise cable from the connector, make sure to fully unscrew the
correct screws before removing the connector. When the connectors are not being used, replace the dust
covers to protect them from dust.
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2-6. Always use a Cisco-approved StackWise cable to connect the switches.
Inserting the StackWise Cable in a StackWise Port
S T A C K
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Removing and installing the StackWise cable can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and
insert the cable more often than is absolutely necessary.
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(Figure 2-16). Using a ratcheting torque screwdriver, tighten
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