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3-13. STP
The Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) is a standardised method (IEEE 802.1D) for avoiding loops in
switched networks. When STP is enabled, the switch will ensure that only one path is active
between any two nodes on the network at a time. The administrator can enable Spanning Tree
Protocol via the switch’s web management and then set up other advanced items. We
recommend that you enable STP on all switches to ensure a single active path on the network.
3-13-1. STP Status
Fig. 3-50
Function name:
STP Status
Function description:
Shows the current status of the STP parameters.
Parameters description:
STP State:
Shows the current status of STP, Enabled or Disabled.
Default: Disabled
Bridge ID:
Shows the switches bridge ID, which is usually the MAC address of the switch.
Bridge Priority:
Shows the switches current bridge priority.
Default: 32768
Designated Root:
Shows the root bridge ID for this network segment. If this switch is the root