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ICX7150-C12P-2X1G - Stacking two of these and connecting - idiots guide please!!

peter_w_9h7tcet
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Hi there and thanks to those on this Forum who have helped me get this far with my Network Plan.

I was recommended that only four R720 APs should be loaded onto my ICX7150-C12P switch due to power budget constraints, so I decided to order a second one.

The ICX7150-C12P switch has C1 and C2, and X1 and X2 ports on the right.  I see X1 and X2 are used for stacking.

My question is, given my planned set up in pic attached, do I need to connect via X1 and X2 and stack?  What would the advantage be?  Would this enable me to better manage the power budget?

A second absolute beginner's question to PoE switches...what can C1 and C2 be used for in a normal set up?  Can these be used as non-PoE Ethernet ports?  

Finally - am I doing anything stupid with my planned network set up per the diagram?

Many thanks
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