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Optimize with Rapid Spanning Tree

May 2020 with Keith Barker

Join Keith Barker as he teaches you how to configure and verify Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol (RSTP) on a Cisco network.

Gain an understanding of 802.1D, 802.1W, the various port states in RSTP, and more.

Recommended Experience

An understanding of concepts taught in Cisco CCNA 200-301

Related Certifications

CCNP Enterprise

Related Job Functions

Switched network administrators
Network engineers

Keith Barker has been a CBT Nuggets trainer since 2012 and has nearly three decades of IT experience. He has received certifications from Cisco, CompTIA, and more. His expertise areas include networking and security.

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Videos in this skill

1. Overview (0:20)
2. Backwards Compatibility (13:24)
3. Rapid STP Port Roles (15:09)
4. Rapid STP Port States (Status) (11:01)
5. Convergence Improvements (16:44)
6. Rapid STP Review (0:43)
7. Conclusion (0:04)

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