Connecting Active or Passive QSFP+ Cables
The QSFP+ direct-attach cable is used to connect ports on any of the following modules:
•
X460-G2 switch with VIM-2q module, which supports SummitStack-V160
•
X670-G2-48x-4q switch, which supports SummitStack-V80 (supported in EXOS 30.1 and prior
releases only), V-160, or V-320
Follow these steps to connect a QSFP+ direct-attach cable.
1. Holding the QSFP+ connector by its sides, insert the connector into the port on the switch as shown
in the following figures.
Figure 47: Connecting a QSFP+ Passive Copper Direct-Attach Cable to a
SummitStack-V Module
Figure 48: Connecting a QSFP+ Active Optical Direct-Attach Cable to a
SummitStack-V Module
2. Push the connector into the port until you hear it click into place.
Connecting Your Stack to the Management Network
Before you can configure ExtremeXOS for a new stack, your management console must be connected
to at least one switch in the stack.
Building Stacks
Connecting Your Stack to the Management Network
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