HP (Hewlett-Packard) series 2500 Switch User Manual


 
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Configuring Advanced Features
HP ProCurve Stack Management
Configuring Advanced
Features
Simplify management of small workgroups or wiring closets while
scaling your network to handle increased bandwidth demand.
Eliminate any specialized cables for stacking connectivity and
remove the distance barriers that typically limit your topology options
when using other stacking technologies.
Add switches to your network without having to first perform IP
addressing tasks.
Which Devices Support Stacking?
As of September, 2000, the following HP devices support stacking:
HP ProCurve Switch 2512
HP ProCurve Switch 2524
HP ProCurve Switch 8000M*
HP ProCurve Switch 4000M*
HP ProCurve Switch 2424M*
HP ProCurve Switch 2400M*
HP ProCurve Switch 1600M*
*Requires software release C.08.03 or later, which is included with the 8000M,
4000M, 2424M, and 1600M models as of July, 2000. Release C.08.03 or a later
version is also available on the HP ProCurve website at www.hp.com/go/
procurve. (Click on
Free Software Updates.)