Disconnecting a Virtual Chassis Cable from an EX4200 Switch
If you need to disconnect an EX4200 switch from a Virtual Chassis configuration, you need to disconnect the Virtual Chassis cable from the Virtual Chassis ports (VCPs).
Ensure that you have the following parts and tools available:
- A cross-head screwdriver (provided in the uplink module kit)
To disconnect a Virtual Chassis cable from an EX4200 switch (see Figure 1):
- Loosen the screws on the locking cover by using the cross-head screwdriver.
- Slide the locking cover back.
- Gently pull the release pull tab on the Virtual Chassis cable connector to release the lock holding the Virtual Chassis cable connector in the Virtual Chassis port.
- Gently pull the Virtual Chassis cable connector out of the Virtual Chassis port.
Figure 1: Virtual Chassis Cable Connector in an EX4200 Switch

![]() | Note: If you order Virtual Chassis cables separately, you must reuse the locking covers provided with the original cable or order Virtual Chassis cable locking covers also separately. |


