Chapter 10: Configuring Spanning Tree; Defining Spanning Tree; Defining Stp Properties - Cisco SGE2000 - - Gigabit Switch Administration Manual

Configuring Spanning Tree

Defining Spanning Tree

Configuring Spanning Tree
Defining Spanning Tree
Cisco Small Business SFE/SGE Managed Switches Administration Guide
The 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 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 device supports the following Spanning Tree versions:
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Classic STP — Provides a single path between end stations, avoiding and
eliminating loops.
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Rapid STP — Detects and uses network topologies that provide faster
convergence of the spanning tree, without creating forwarding loops.
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Multiple STP — Provides full connectivity for packets allocated to any VLAN.
Multiple STP is based on the RSTP. In addition, Multiple STP transmits packets
assigned to different VLANs through different MST regions. MST regions act as
a single bridge.
The Spanning Tree section contains the following topics:
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Defining STP Properties

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Defining Spanning Tree Interface Settings
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Defining Rapid Spanning Tree
Defining STP Properties
STP Properties Page
The
STP Properties Page
The
Settings. and Designated Root.
contains parameters for enabling STP on the device.
is divided into three areas, Global Settings, Bridge
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