Command Reference Guide Global Configuration Mode Command Set
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spanning-tree max-age <seconds>

Use the spanning-tree max-age command to specify the interval (in seconds) the spanning tree will wait
to receive Bridge Protocol Data Units (BPDUs) from the root bridge before assuming the network has
changed (thus re-evaluating the spanning-tree topology). Use the no form of this command to return to the
default interval.
Syntax Description
<seconds> Specifies the wait interval (in seconds) between received BPDUs (from the root
bridge). Range: 6 to 40.
Default Values
By default, th e wait interval is set at 20 seconds.
Applicable Platforms
This command applies to the NetVanta 300, 1000, 1000R, 3000, 4000, and 5000 and Total Access 900
Series units.
Command History
Release 5.1 Command was introduced.
Usage Examples
The following example configures a wait interval of 45 seconds:
(config)#spanning-tree max-age 45