D-Link DXS-3610 User Manual - Page 112

DXS-3610 Series Layer 3 Stackable 10GbE Managed Switch Web UI Reference Guide Stacking Bandwidth This window is used to display and configure the stacking bandwidth settings. Only the last six QSFP28 ports can be used for stacking. NOTE: The stacking bandwidth must be configured before the Switch is stacked with other Switches. To view the following window, click Management > Stacking > Stacking Bandwidth, as shown below: Figure 4-81 Stacking Bandwidth Window The fields that can be configured are described below: Parameter Stack Bandwidth Description Select the stacking bandwidth here. Option to choose from are:  2-Port - Specifies to use two ports for stacking.  4-Port - Specifies to use four ports for stacking.  6-Port - Specifies to use six ports for stacking. Click the Apply button to accept the changes made. Virtual Stacking (SIM) D-Link Single IP Management (SIM) is a concept that will stack Switches together over Ethernet instead of using stacking ports or modules. There are some advantages in implementing the Single IP Management feature:  SIM can simplify management of small workgroups or wiring closets while scaling the network to handle increased bandwidth demand.  SIM can reduce the number of IP address needed in your network.  SIM can eliminate any specialized cables for stacking connectivity and remove the distance barriers that typically limit your topology options when using other stacking technology. Switches using D-Link Single IP Management (labeled here as SIM) must conform to the following rules:  SIM is an optional feature on the Switch and can easily be enabled or disabled through the Command Line Interface or Web Interface. SIM grouping has no effect on the normal operation of the Switch in the network. 101