Cisco C9350 Series Smart Switches Hardware Installation Guide

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Connect StackPower cables

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Overview

Describes how to connect StackPower cables.

Before you begin

Before connecting the StackPower cables, review the Plan a StackPower stack section. Always use a Cisco-approved StackPower cable to connect the switches.

Procedure

1.

Remove the dust covers from the StackPower cable connectors.

2.

Connect the end of the cable to the StackPower port on the first switch. Align the connector correctly, and insert it into a StackPower port on the switch rear panel.

Figure 1. Connect the StackPower cable
Connect the StackPower cable

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3.

Connect the other end of the cable to another switch (to configure StackPower power sharing).

4.

Hand-tighten the captive screws to secure the StackPower cable connectors in place.

Figure 2. Tighten the captive screws
Tighten the captive screws

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Caution
Removing and installing the StackPower cable can shorten its useful life. Do not remove and insert the cable more often than is absolutely necessary.