Objectives

The objective of this guide is to assist the administrator in bringing up and configuring the Switch Port Extender. This deployment guide covers the following topics in depth:

  • SPX technical architecture

  • SPX topologies

  • SPX construction methods

  • Adding or replacing a port extender unit

  • Migrating from stack to SPX fabric

  • Image upgrade

Noteworthy best practices and recommendations are also covered in this guide.

Parent topic: Preface