Installation Manual

Chapter 3 Installing the Switch
Installing S25N and S25V Systems 19
To install S25N or S25V systems, Force10 Networks recommends that you complete the installation
procedures in the order presented in this chapter:
• Inserting Optional Modules (10-Gigabit or Stacking)
• Installing the System on a Tabletop on page 21
• Installing the System in a Rack
or Cabinet on page 21
• Stacking on page 26
— Using FTOS Stacking Commands on page 26
— Connecting Stack Ports (optional) on page 27
• Supplying Power on page 29
Inserting Optional Modules (10-Gigabit or Stacking)
The S25N (catalog name S25-01-GE-24T) and S25V (catalog name S25-01-GE-24V) have two expansion
slots in the rear of the units, for which there are four modules available:
The system supports the modules inserted in any combination of slots (although connecting all four ports
of two 12G stacking modules is not supported, nor is connecting a 12G stack port in one switch to a 24G
stack port in another switch). The ports are numbered 25 through 28, from left to right as you face the front
of the unit. So, for clarity in the use of the CLI in port assignment, if you are only using one XFP or CX4
module, insert it in the left-most expansion slot.
Note: The 10G modules cannot be used for stacking. See Connecting Stack Ports (optional) on page 27.
Warning: As with all electrical devices of this type, take all the necessary safety precautions to prevent
injury when installing this system. Electrostatic discharge (ESD) damage can occur if components are
mishandled. Always wear an ESD-preventive wrist or heel ground strap when handling the switch and its
components.
Module Description Catalog Name
2-port 10GbE XFP (optical connection) S50-01-10GE-2P
2-port 10GbE CX4 (copper connection) S50-01-10GE-2C
2-port 12GbE Stacking S50-01-12G-2S
1-port 24GbE Stacking S50-01-24G-1S