H3C Technologies H3C S5500 Series Switches - Manual (Page 53)

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Flow for forming an IRF virtual device
Figure 44 Flow for forming an IRF virtual device
Table 28 Description of the flow for forming an IRF virtual device
Task Remarks
Draw a plan for an
IRF virtual device
with switches
Take the following into consideration:
• Number of IRF members and the bandwidth
• Interface cards and cables
• Physical connection mode( daisy chain connection or ring connection)
• Cable connection
For more information, see " Drawing a plan for an IRF virtual device ."
Install the IRF
members to the
correct position
For detailed installation procedures, see:
• Installing the switch into a 19-inch rack .
• Mounting the switch on a workbench .
Connect the PGND cables and
power cords for the switches
Install Interface modules
Configure software for the IRF
members
Power off the switches
Connect cables between every
two switches of the IRF virtual
device
End
Power on the switches
Power on the switches
Draw a plan for an IRF
virtual device
Install switches to the correct
position as per the plan
Start