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Chapter 24
Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol
This chapter provides background information on the Multiple Spanning
Tree Protocol (MSTP). The chapter also explains how to adjust multiple
spanning tree bridge and port parameters. The sections in this chapter
include:
❑ MSTP Overview on page 479
❑ Configuring MSTP Bridge Settings on page 494
❑ Configuring the CIST Priority on page 497
❑ Creating, Deleting, and Modifying MSTIs on page 499
❑ Associating VLANs to MSTI IDs on page 502
❑ Configuring MSTP Port Settings on page 506
❑ Displaying MSTP Port Settings and Status on page 511
Note
For detailed information on the Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol,
refer to IEEE Std 802.1s.
Note
You cannot configure MSTP parameters until you have selected the
protocol as the active spanning tree protocol on the switch. For
instructions, refer to Enabling or Disabling a Spanning Tree Protocol
on page 466.