Building a New Cluster

Building a cluster is a four-step process:

  1. Assigning an IP address to the command switch. You can use the setup program or DHCP-based auto-configuration to do this, or you can do it manually from the console port.
  2. Connecting the command switch to other switches that run clustering software.
  3. Giving a number to the command switch and naming the cluster. To do this, choose Cluster > Create Cluster and use the Create Cluster window.
  4. Adding up to 15 member switches. To do this, choose Cluster > Add To Cluster and use the Add To Cluster window.

Related Web Links

"Clustering Switches," Catalyst 2950 Desktop Switch Software Configuration Guide
"Clustering Switches," Catalyst 2900 XL and Catalyst 3500 XL Software Configuration Guide
"Clustering Switches," Catalyst 3550 Multilayer Switch Software Configuration Guide