Configuring Spanning Tree

Configuring Multiple Spanning Tree

–Disable — Disables the port for the specific instance.

•Type — Indicates whether the port is a Boundary or Master port. The possible field values are:

–Boundary Port — Indicates that the port is a Boundary port. A Boundary port attaches MST bridges to LANs in an outlying region. If the port is a Boundary port, this field also indicates whether the device on the other side of the link is working in RSTP or STP mode.

–Master Port — Indicates the port is a master port. A Master port provides connectivity from an MSTP region to the outlying CIST root.

•Role — Indicates the port role assigned by the STP algorithm to provide to STP paths. The possible field values are:

–Root — Provides the lowest cost path to forward packets to the root device.

–Designated — Indicates the port or LAG through which the designated device is attached to the LAN.

–Alternate — Provides an alternate path to the root device from the root interface.

–Backup — Provides a backup path to the designated port path toward the Spanning Tree leaves. Backup ports occur only when two ports are connected in a loop by a point-to-point link or when a LAN has two or more connections to a shared segment.

–Disabled — Indicates the port is not participating in the Spanning Tree.

•Mode — Indicates the STP mode by which STP is enabled on the device. The possible field values are:

–Classic STP — Classic STP is enabled on the device. This is the default value.

–Rapid STP — Rapid STP is enabled on the device.

–Multiple STP — Multiple STP is enabled on the device.

•Designated Bridge ID — Displays the ID of the bridge that connects the link or shared LAN to the root.

•Designated Port ID — Displays the ID of the port on the designated bridge that connects the link or the shared LAN to the root.

•Designated Cost — Indicates that the default path cost is assigned according to the method selected on the Spanning Tree Global Settings.

•Forward Transitions — Indicates the number of times the LAG State has changed from a Forwarding state to a Blocking state.

•Remain Hops — Indicates the hops remaining to the next destination.

3.Define the fields.

4.Click Apply. MSTP is defined for the selected interface, and the device is updated. The MSTP Page is displayed.

5.Click Save Config on the menu, to save changes permanently.

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AT-8000S specifications

The Allied Telesis AT-8000S series switches are a range of advanced Layer 2 Ethernet switches designed for efficient networking in various environments. Engineered with performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness in mind, these switches are ideal for businesses seeking to enhance their network infrastructure.

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The AT-8000S series incorporates advanced Layer 2 switching technologies, such as VLAN support, allowing users to segment network traffic for improved performance and security. Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) help isolate sensitive data and reduce unnecessary broadcast traffic, enhancing the overall performance of the network.

Quality of Service (QoS) is another significant feature integrated into these switches, prioritizing different classes of network traffic. This functionality ensures that critical applications receive the necessary bandwidth and minimal latency, which is imperative for voice over IP, video conferencing, and other latency-sensitive applications.

In terms of network management, the AT-8000S series provides a variety of options, including an intuitive web-based interface, SNMP support, and the ability to manage switch configurations through console access. This flexibility allows network administrators to monitor performance and manage configurations easily.

The switches are built for durability, featuring a robust design suitable for deployment in various environments, including temperature-sensitive areas. Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability is also available in certain models, allowing network devices like IP cameras and wireless access points to receive power through the same cable as data, simplifying installation and reducing clutter.

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Overall, the Allied Telesis AT-8000S series provides a comprehensive networking solution tailored for modern business needs, combining performance, flexibility, and security to support a growing array of applications and devices within the network.
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