Skill

Understand Spanning-Tree Configurations

with John McGovern

Join John McGovern as we learn how to prevent data loops, improve efficiency, and optimize performance in environments with multiple VLANs. We'll also practice advanced techniques for making the network faster to respond to changes.

Recommended Experience

Familiarity with how switches and VLANs operate in a network
Experience with configuring network devices like routers or switches
Functional understanding of Spanning Tree Protocol (STP)

Related certifications

HPE Aruba Networking Certified Associate

Related Job Functions

Network administrator
Infrastructure engineer
Network support specialist

Erik brings over 20 years of IT experience to his training, with a focus on cybersecurity and digital forensics.

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Skill Outline

1. Introduction (0:24)
2. Creating the Topology (4:53)
3. Multiple VLANS, Multiple Spanning Trees (8:37)
4. Configuring Rapid Per-VLAN Spanning Tree (16:29)
5. Configuring Multiple Spanning Tree (13:06)

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