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Chapter 19
Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol
This chapter provides background information on the Multiple Spanning
Tree Protocol (MSTP). The chapter also explains how to adjust spanning
tree bridge and port parameters. The sections in this chapter include:
❑ MSTP Overview on page 353
❑ Configuring MSTP Bridge Settings on page 369
❑ Configuring the CIST Priority on page 372
❑ Creating, Deleting, and Modifying MSTI IDs on page 374
❑ Associating VLANs to MSTI IDs on page 377
❑ Configuring MSTP Port Settings on page 380
❑ Displaying MSTP Port Settings and Status on page 383
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 340.