NETGEAR 7000 Series Switch User Manual


 
NETGEAR 7000 Series Managed Switch Administration Guide Version 7.2
Managing Switch Stacks 20-11
v1.0, May 2008
Stacking Recommendations
The purpose of this section is to collect notes on recommended procedures and expected behavior
of stacked managed switches. Procedures addressed initially are listed below.
Initial installation and power-up of a stack.
Removing a unit from the stack
Adding a unit to an operating stack
Replacing a stack member with a new unit
Renumbering stack members
Moving the master to a different unit in the stack
Removing a master unit from an operating stack
Merging two operational stacks
Preconfiguration
Upgrading firmware
Migration of configuration with a firmware upgrade
General Practices
When issuing a command (such as move management, or renumber), it is recommended that
the command has fully completed before issuing the next command. For example, if a reset is
issued to a stack member, use the show port command to verify that the unit has re-merged
with the stack, and all ports are joined before issuing the next command.
When physically removing or relocating a unit, always power down the unit before
disconnecting stack cables.
When reconnecting stack cables, connect them before powering up the unit, if possible, and
insure a good connection by tightening all connector screws (where applicable).