Digital Equipment DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600 System Quick Start

This card explains how to install and configure a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600 Stack System. You
need the following items to install this product:
•
DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600 Stack
Station
•
DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600 Stack
Director
For detailed instructions and important safety information, see the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600
System Installation and Configuration manual.

Installing a DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600 System

This section summarizes the procedures for installing and starting the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600
System. Follow these procedures, in order, to install and start up the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600.

Procedure 1: Plan the Installation

Read chapter 1 of the DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600 System Installation and Configuration manual to
understand DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600 System concepts. Plan your installation according to the
following criteria:
If
The stack will be managed
The stack will be rack mounted
The stack will have more than one level
The stack will use modular options
DIGITAL MultiSwitch 600 System
EK-DLSSM-QS. A01
January 1997
•
Setup port device (PC or terminal)
• Setup port cable and (optionally) an adapter
•
IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address
(for Stack Director)
Then
You need one Stack Director. The Stack Director
must be at the bottom of the stack.
You must use the mounting tray.
Using the mounting tray is recommended.
Install modular options before powering up the
stack.
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