Configuring The Maximum-Aging Time - Cisco Catalyst 2960 series Configuration Manual

Command or Action
Step 2
configure terminal
Example:
Switch# configure terminal
Step 3 spanning-tree mst forward-time seconds
Example:
Switch(config)# spanning-tree mst
forward-time 25
Step 4 end
Example:
Switch(config)# end
Related Topics
Specifying the MST Region Configuration and Enabling MSTP , on page 261

Configuring the Maximum-Aging Time

Before You Begin
A multiple spanning tree (MST) must be specified and enabled on the switch. For instructions, see Related
Topics.
SUMMARY STEPS
1. enable
2. configure terminal
3. spanning-tree mst max-age seconds
4. end
DETAILED STEPS
Command or Action
Step 1
enable
Purpose
Enters the global configuration mode.
Configures the forward time for all MST instances. The forwarding
delay is the number of seconds a port waits before changing from
its spanning-tree learning and listening states to the forwarding
state.
For seconds, the range is 4 to 30; the default is 20.
Returns to privileged EXEC mode.
Purpose
Enables privileged EXEC mode. Enter your password if prompted.
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