CHAPTER 2
Switch Installation
For initial switch setup, assigning the switch IP address, and powering on information, see the switch getting
started guide on Cisco.com.
This chapter contains these topics:
• Preparing for Installation, on page 21
• Planning a Switch Data Stack, on page 25
• Data Stack Cabling Configurations, on page 26
• Planning a StackPower Stack, on page 29
• StackPower Cabling Configurations, on page 29
• Installing the Switch, on page 32
• Connecting to the StackWise Ports, on page 36
• Connecting to the StackPower Ports, on page 38
• Installing a Network Module in the Switch, on page 38
• Installing and Removing SFP, SFP+, SFP28 and QSFP+ Modules, on page 38
• Connecting Devices to the Ethernet Ports, on page 38
Preparing for Installation
Safety Warnings
This section includes the basic installation caution and warning statements. Read this section before you start
the installation procedure. Translations of the warning statements appear in the Regulatory Compliance and
Safety Information guide on Cisco.com.
Before working on equipment that is connected to power lines, remove jewelry (including rings, necklaces,
and watches). Metal objects will heat up when connected to power and ground and can cause serious burns
or weld the metal object to the terminals. Statement 43
Warning
Do not stack the chassis on any other equipment. If the chassis falls, it can cause severe bodily injury and
equipment damage. Statement 48
Warning
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