Connecting To The Stackpower Ports (Catalyst 3750-X Switches) - Kenwood 3750-X Hardware Installation Manual

Connecting to the StackPower Ports (Catalyst 3750-X Switches)

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. Connect it to the StackWise port
Step 2
on the switch rear panel
to 5 lbf-in. (80 ozf-in.).
Step 3 Connect the other end of the cable to the connector on the other switch, and tighten the retainer screws
to 5 lbf-in. (80 ozf-in.). Avoid overtightening the screws.
Figure 2-19
Caution
When you need to remove the StackWise cable from the connector, make sure to fully unscrew the
correct screws. When the connectors are not being used, replace the dust covers.
Connecting to the StackPower Ports (Catalyst 3750-X Switches)
Before connecting the StackPower cables, review the
Switches)" section on page
To prevent misconfiguration, the StackPower ports on the switch and the XPS 2200 are keyed and have
colored stripes that match the keying and stripes on the StackPower cable connectors.
Follow these steps to connect the StackPower cable to the StackPower ports:
Catalyst 3750-X and 3560-X Switch Hardware Installation Guide
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(Figure 2-19). Using a ratcheting torque screwdriver, tighten the retainer screws
Connecting the StackWise Cable in a StackWise Port
Removing and installing the StackWise cable can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and
insert the cable more often than is absolutely necessary.
2-9. Always use a Cisco-approved StackPower cable to connect the switches.
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