LevelOne GSW-2490TXM manual The Spanning Tree Protocol Configuration upper Menu

Figure 4-15. The Static Multicast Address Configuration in Permanent Address Configuration Menu

In the Static Multicast Configuration Menu screen, you can add member(s) to the group by checking the port(s).

Spanning Tree Protocol Configuration

Spanning tree is a link management protocol that provides path redundancy while preventing undesirable loops in the network. For Layer 2 Ethernet network to function properly, only one active path must exist between two stations.

The spanning-tree algorithm calculates the best loop-free path throughout a switched network. STP forces redundant data paths into a standby (blocked) state. If a network segment in the spanning tree fails and a redundant path exists, the spanning-tree algorithm recalculates the spanning tree topology and activates the standby path.

Figure 4-16. The Spanning Tree Protocol Configuration upper Menu

If you enable the spanning tree protocol, you must complete the Priority and Time fields with appropriate value.

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