Configuring The Spanning Tree Protocol - Dell PowerConnect 5424 User Manual

The following is an example of the CLI commands:
console(config)# interface ethernet g1
console(config-if)# garp timer leave 900
console(config-if)# end
console# show gvrp configuration ethernet g1
GVRP Feature is currently Disabled on the device.
Maximum VLANs: 223
Port(s) GVRP-
Status
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g1 Disabled
console#

Configuring the Spanning Tree Protocol

Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) provides tree topography for any arrangement of bridges. STP also
provides one path between end stations on a network, eliminating loops.
Loops occur when alternate paths exist between hosts. Loops in an extended network can cause bridges
to forward traffic indefinitely, resulting in increased traffic and reducing network efficiency.
The devices support the following Spanning Tree protocols:
• Classic STP — Provides a single path between end stations, avoiding and eliminating loops. For more
information on configuring Classic STP, see "Defining STP Global Settings" on page 304.
• Rapid STP — Detects and uses of network topologies that provide faster spanning tree convergence,
without creating forwarding loops. For more information on configuring Rapid STP, see "Configuring
Rapid Spanning Tree" on page 314.
To open the Spanning Tree pages, click Switch→ Spanning Tree in the tree view.
Registration Dynamic VLAN
Creation
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Normal Enabled
Timers (milliseconds)
Join Leave
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200 900
Configuring Device Information
Leave All
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10000
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