System information

Stacking PowerConnect 10G Switches: M8024-k, 8024, 8024F
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2 0/06 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/07 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/08 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/09 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/10 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/11 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/12 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/13 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/14 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/15 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/16 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down 10
2 0/17 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/18 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/19 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/20 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/21 Stack Stack Link Up 10
2 0/22 Stack Stack Link Up 10
2 0/23 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
2 0/24 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
3 0/21 Stack Stack Link Up 10
3 0/22 Stack Stack Link Up 10
3 0/23 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
3 0/24 Ethernet Ethernet Link Down Unknown
The second command displays all ports in the stack that could potentially be stack ports (all SFP+
interfaces), and also shows those ports currently in Stack mode. For 8024 switches only four ports are
displayed, whereas for 8024F switches, 24 ports are displayed.
For additional information on stacking, consult the Dell PowerConnect 8024/8024F Switch User’s
Configuration Guide.
Web Interface Method
Be sure all switches are at the same firmware version prior to configuring the stack, or use the Stack
Firmware Synchronization feature to synchronize all firmware to that of the Master during the stack
setup process. The Stack Firmware Synchronization feature is explained below in this example.
Select a switch to be Master of the stack and be used for managing all ports and member units with the
stack. Login to the Web UI for this switch first by entering the IP address of the switch into a
supported Web browser. A username and password is required and should be setup beforehand on each
switch. See the switch User Guide for more information regarding username, password, and Web
access.