Interconnecting 3512/3612 Repeaters - Compaq Netelligent 2524 User Manual

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3-10 Installing the Repeater
In this example, the unmanaged stack consists of the maximum of two 2524
repeaters. The top repeater has been set to HOST, while the bottom repeater is
the TARGET. Either repeater in the stack can be the HOST or the TARGET.
Both repeaters are in the factory-default MAN mode.

Interconnecting 3512/3612 Repeaters

You can interconnect up to five 3512/3612 100Base-T repeaters to form one
logical repeater that supports up to 60 Fast Ethernet ports. You can place the
managing repeater (Model 3612) in any position in the stack.
Each repeater has an expansion interface that is comprised of two 100-pin
connectors (UP and DOWN) on the repeater's back panel. Figure 3-6 shows
how the UP connector of a bottom repeater connects to the DOWN connector
of an adjacent upper repeater via a FlexPlane connector (Part No. 810172-000).
If possible, mount the repeaters on a rack or place them on a stable mounting
surface with the supplied rubber feet affixed before you attach the FlexPlane
connector. This helps ensure the correct spacing between repeaters and helps
prevent stretching and possibly damaging the FlexPlane cable during
installation.
PWR A
PWR A
Figure 3-8. Interconnecting Repeaters with a FlexPlane Connector
WARNING: The FlexPlane connector is not hot swappable. Be sure you
power down the entire repeater stack before you connect repeaters.
100-240 VAC, 3A-1.5A,50/60 HZ
100-240 VAC, 3A-1.5A,50/60 HZ
UP
PWR B
DOWN
Backplane
Connector
UP
PWR B
DOWN