Figure 6: Graphic representation of Scenario 5.
Scenario 6: Setting up a fully meshed topology
In this section, we provide an overview of setting up a fully meshed
topology while spanning tree protocol (STP) is enabled on an existing
network. STP allows for redundant connections in switches without
creating loops, and the Dell PowerConnect M8024 switches can
automatically integrate themselves into an STP network. The Dell
PowerConnect M8024 in Simple Switch Mode uses LAGs to prevent
loops, but allows Cisco Nexus switches to handle STP states. We
provide detailed instructions in Appendix A.
1.On the first Cisco Nexus 5010 switch, set the spanning tree priority so that it is the root.
2.On the second Cisco Nexus 5010 switch, set the spanning tree priority so the tree will default to it as the secondary root in the event of failure.
3.Connect the cables between all switches. The Dell PowerConnect M8024 switches will automatically integrate into the Cisco spanning tree network.
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