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This article provides instructions on how to configure stack settings on your Cisco Business 350 series switch.

Introduction

Stacking allows you to expand your network capacity without the hassle of managing multiple devices. Stacked switches are then collectively managed as a single logical device. In some cases, stack ports can become members in a stack of Link Aggregation Groups (LAGs) increasing the bandwidth of the stack interfaces.

If you are unfamiliar with the terms used below, check out Cisco Business: Glossary of New Terms .

For further details on stacking, click here to view the article - What is Stacking?

Applicable Devices | Software Version

- CBS350 (Data Sheet) | 3.0.0.69 (Download latest)

- CBS350-2X (Data Sheet) | 3.0.0.69 (Download latest)

- CBS350-4X (Data Sheet) | 3.0.0.69 (Download latest)

For specific models that can be stacked in this series, check the CBS350 Model Comparison.

The Stack Topology displays whether the topology of the stack is chain or ring. In this example, the topology is Chain.

The Stack Active switch displays the unit ID of the Active unit of the stack. In this example, the switch being configured (Unit 1) is the Active of the stack.

Step 3. Click at least two ports to configure as stacking ports. Include the port that is connected to the other switch.

In this example, XG3 and XG4 are chosen.

Step 4. Choose a unit ID from the drop-down list or choose Auto to have the unit ID be assigned by the system.

In this example, 1 is chosen.

The Unit x Stack Connection Speed displays the speed of the stack connection.

Step 5. Click Apply and Reboot.

Step 6. Once prompted by the pop-up message, click OK. The settings are copied to the running configuration file and the stack is rebooted.

Step 7. Log in to the web-based utility of your switch.

You will be required to configure new password for better protection of your network.

Step 8. Choose Administration > Stack Management. The switch should display the configured settings on the Active switch.

You have now configured the stack settings of your Active unit.

Configure Stack Settings on the Standby or Member Switch

Step 1. Log in to the web-based utility of your switch then choose Administration > Stack Management.

Alternatively, you can click the Manage Stack option under Initial Setup in the Getting Started page.

Step 2. Click an option for the Stack Mode. The options are:

- Native Stacking - The switch is part of a stack in which all of the units are of the same type.

- Hybrid Stacking - The switch is part of a stack that can consist of mixed type of CBS 350 devices.

Not sure which mode you should pick? You can use the Stacking Mode Selector Tool to find out.

In this example, Hybrid Stacking is chosen.

The Stack Topology displays whether the topology of the stack is chain or ring.

The Stack Active displays the unit ID of the Active unit of the stack.

Step 3. Click at least two ports to configure as stacking ports. Include the port that is connected to the other switch.

In this example, XG3 and XG4 are chosen.

Step 4. Choose a unit ID from the drop-down list or choose Auto to have the unit ID be assigned by the system.

In this example, Auto is chosen.

The Unit x Stack Connection Speed displays the speed of the stack connection.

Step 5. Click Apply and Reboot.

Step 6. Once prompted by the pop-up message, click OK.

The switch will reboot and apply the configuration settings.

Step 7. Log in to the web-based utility of your Active switch then choose Administration > Stack Management.

The Stack Management page should display the settings of the Active and Standy switch.

Step 8. Repeat Steps 1 to 8 to configure the Member units.

You have now configured the stack settings on your Cisco Business 350 series switches.

Looking for more articles on your CBS350 switch? Check out any of the links below for more information.

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