Configuring STP
This chapter describes how to configure the Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) on your switch.
For complete syntax and usage information for the commands used in this chapter, refer to the
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Catalyst 2950 Desktop Switch Command Reference for this release.
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Understanding Basic STP Features
This section describes how basic STP features work. It includes this information:
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For configuration information, see the
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Understanding Advanced STP Features, page 9-9
Configuring Basic STP Features, page 9-20
Configuring Advanced STP Features, page 9-30
Supported STP Instances, page 9-2
Election of the Root Switch, page 9-3
MAC Address Allocation, page 9-8
STP and Redundant Connectivity, page 9-8
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"Configuring Basic STP Features" section on page
Catalyst 2950 Desktop Switch Software Configuration Guide
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