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Vc stacking module installation, Overview, Preparation – Allied Telesis Layer 3 Gigabit Ethernet Switch x600-24Ts-POE User Manual

Page 72: Overview preparation, Figure 34. vc stacking (at-stackxg) module

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Chapter 3: Installing the Hardware

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VC Stacking Module Installation

Overview

When you are preparing the x600 switches for a VC Stack configuration,
the VC Stacking Module (AT-StackXG) must be installed in the expansion
slot on the rear panel of the unit. The AT-StackXG module is shown in
Figure 34.

Figure 34. VC Stacking (AT-StackXG) Module

Preparation

Review the following information before installing the AT-StackXG
Stacking Module:

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The AT-StackXG Stacking Module is hardware hot-swappable. You
can install or replace the module while the switch is powered on.

Caution

If the stacking module is added or replaced in an operating stack,
the stack topology may change and cause the stack to reboot and
interrupt network traffic.

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The AT-StackXG module is supported in all x600 series products and
requires software version 5.3.1 or later of AlliedWare Plus Operating
System Software
.

Note

Do not install AT-StackXG module until you have read the latest
version of the AW+ Software Release Notes and the x600 Series
product documentation.

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