802.1s Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol (MSTP)
Enabling or Disabling Spanning Tree Operation
This command enables or disables spanning tree operation for any spanning tree protocol enabled on the switch. Before using this command to enable spanning tree, ensure that the version you want to use is active on the switch.
Syntax: [no]
Enabling spanning tree with MSTP configured implements MSTP for all physical ports on the switch, according to the VLAN groupings for the IST instance and any other configured instances. Disabling MSTP removes protection against redundant loops that can significantly slow or halt a network. This command simply turns spanning tree on or off. It does not change the existing spanning tree configuration.
Enabling an Entire MST Region at Once or Exchanging One Region Configuration for Another
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This operation exchanges the currently active MSTP configuration with the currently pending MSTP configuration. It enables you to implement a new MSTP configuration with minimal network disruption or to exchange MSTP configurations for testing or troubleshooting purposes.
When you configure or reconfigure MSTP, the switch
To Create a Pending MSTP Configuration. This procedure creates a pending MSTP configuration and exchanges it with the active MSTP configu ration.