SMC Networks SMC6608T, SMC6608M manual Spanning Tree Configuration Yes, Port Priority Path Cost

CONFIGURATION AND MANAGEMENT

Spanning Tree Configuration

The Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is used to detect and disable network loops and to provide link back-up. It requires certain parameter settings. The factory default settings (See Figure 4-6) should be acceptable in most networks. To change the default settings, proceed as follows:

Spanning Tree Configuration

				Yes
	Priority	32768	Maximum Message Age	20
	Hello Time	2	Forward Delay	15
	Port	Priority	Path Cost
1		128	10
2		128	10
3		128	10
4		128	10
5		128	10
6		128	10
7		128	10
8		128	10
Return to Previous Menu			Take Effect Immediately

Use cursor keys to choose item. Press <ENTER> to confirm choice.

Press <CTRL><N> to return to the Main Menu

Figure 4-7. Spanning Tree Configuration Screen

1.Highlight “Spanning Tree Configuration” in the Main Menu and press <ENTER>. This will access the configura- tion screen illustrated above.

2.Highlight “Spanning Tree Algorithm” and press <ENTER> to use the arrow keys to toggle between enabling and disabling STP. Press <ENTER> again to confirm the choice.

3.Highlight “Priority” and press <ENTER> to input a priority value (0 to 65535) for the switch. Press <ENTER> again to confirm the chosen value.

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