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3-1-6. Virtual Stack Configuration
The Virtual Stack function allows multiple GSM Series switches to be managed from a single IP
Address. One GSM Series switch will be configured as a Master and all other GSM Series
switches will be configured as Slaves. You can then apply a group name to the virtual stack, only
one master switch can exist within the same group name. Administrators will only need to know
the IP address of the master switch to gain access to all GSM Series switches on the network.
An additional table will appear above the web management screen showing all switches that
belong to the virtual stacking group. Each switches web interface can be accessed from the push
of a button.
Fig. 3-10
Function Name:
Virtual Stack Configuration
Function Description:
This function is used to allow Administrators a way of configuring multiple GSM Series
switches from a single IP/Web Management interface.
Parameter Description:
State:
This is where you will Enable or Disable the Virtual stacking function. Select the
required value and click the <apply> button to update.
Role:
Select whether the switch will be a Master or a Slave and click the <apply>
button to update.
Group ID:
Enter a value for the group ID; this ID must match all other switches in your
virtual stack. A maximum of 15 alphanumeric characters can be used.
Click the <apply> button to update.