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Chapter 8 Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)
The Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is a network protocol that ensures a loop-free topology for any
bridged Ethernet local area network.
8.1 Property
Click
STP
>
Property
Configure and display STP property configuration.
Field
Description
State
Enable/Disable the STP on the switch.
Operation Mode
Specify the STP operation mode.
STP
: Enable the Spanning Tree (STP) operation.
RSTP
: Enable the Rapid Spanning Tree (RSTP) operation.
Path Cost
Specify the path cost method.
Long
: Specifies that the default port path costs are within the range :
1~200,000,000.
Short
: Specifies that the default port path costs are within the range :
1~65,535.
