SMC Networks SMC6824M manual Spanning-tree mode, Rstp

COMMAND LINE INTERFACE

ensure that only one route exists between any two stations on the network, and provide backup links which automatically take over when a primary link goes down.

Example

This example shows how to enable the Spanning Tree Algorithm for the switch:

Console(config)#spanning-tree

Console(config)#

spanning-tree mode

Use this command to select the spanning tree mode for this switch. Use the no form to restore the default.

Syntax

spanning-tree mode {stp rstp mstp} no spanning-tree mode

•stp - Spanning Tree Protocol (IEEE 802.1D)

•rstp - Rapid Spanning Tree (IEEE 802.1w)

•mstp - Multiple Spanning Tree (IEEE 802.1s)

Default Setting

rstp

Command Mode

Global Configuration

Command Usage

•Spanning Tree Protocol

Uses RSTP for the internal state machine, but sends only 802.1D BPDUs.

-This creates one spanning tree instance for the entire network. If multiple VLANs are implemented on a network, the path between specific VLAN members may be inadvertently disabled to prevent network loops, thus isolating group members. When operating multiple VLANs, we recommend selecting the MSTP option.

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