Stp - NETGEAR GS700TP Software Administration Manual

GS700TP Smart Switch Software Administration Manual

STP

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) provides network topology for any arrangement of bridges. STP
also provides a single path between end stations on a network, eliminating loops. Loops occur
when alternate routes exist between hosts. Loops in an extended network can cause bridges to
forward traffic indefinitely, resulting in increased traffic and reducing network efficiency.
The STP menu contains the following options:
• "Basic"
• "Advanced"
Basic
The STP Basic menu contains the following options:
• "STP Configuration"
STP Configuration
The Basic STP Configuration screen contains parameters for configuring STP on the device.
To configure STP on the device:
1. Click Switching > STP > Basic > STP Configuration. The Basic STP Configuration screen
displays:
Configuring Switching Settings
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