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CH A P T E R 4 Configuring a Supervisor Engine 720 This chapter describes how to configure a Supervisor Engine 720 in a Catalyst 6500 series switch. This chapter contains these sections: • Using the Bootflash or Bootdisk on a Supervisor Engine 720, page 4-2 • Using the Slots on a Supervisor Engine 720, page 4-2 • Configuring Supervisor Engine 720 Ports, page 4-2 • Configuring and Monitoring the Switch Fabric Functionality, page 4-2 Note • For complete syntax and usage information for the commands used in this chapter, refer to the Cisco IOS Master Command List, Release 12.2SX at this URL: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/docs/ios/mcl/122sxmcl/12_2sx_mcl_book.html • With a 3-slot chassis, install the Supervisor Engine 720 in either slot 1 or 2. • With a 6-slot or a 9-slot chassis, install the Supervisor Engine 720 in either slot 5 or 6. • With a 13-slot chassis, install the Supervisor Engine 720 in either slot 7 or 8. Tip For additional information about Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series Switches (including configuration examples and troubleshooting information), see the documents listed on this page: http://www.cisco.com/en/US/products/hw/switches/ps708/tsd_products_support_series_home.html OL-3999-08 Catalyst 6500 Series Switch Cisco IOS Software Configuration Guide, Release 12.2SXF 4-1