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Learn MoreAny Layer-2 switched network with two or more switches providing redundant paths between endpoints will have to deal with the problem of bridging loops. It was for this reason that Spanning-Tree was developed, as a protocol to mitigate this problem. In this Bootcamp, you will be exposed to the Rapid Spanning-Tree Protocol (RSTP) and how to implement this protocol. Cisco IOS-based switches as well as Juniper switches will be utilized to demonstrate the operation of RSTP as well as giving you the opportunity for hands-on lab practice. You will learn how to verify the proper operation of this protocol using Cisco IOS and JunOS-based commands, as well as various ways to manipulate its operation. From the deterministic placement of the STP Root Bridge to manual load-balancing of VLAN traffic you will become proficient with the implementation of RSTP.
Instructor for this course
Keith Bogart
CCIE #4923
Course Introduction
Course Lab Preparation (Juniper)
Course Lab Preparation (Cisco)
The Goals Of Loop Prevention
Root Bridge Election
RSTP Port Roles & States Overview
Enabling & Monitoring RSTP
Enabling & Monitoring RSTP
Lab Demonstration: Cisco RSTP Monitoring
Lab Demonstration: Juniper RSTP Monitoring
Root Port Election
Designated & Non-Designated Port Election
Predicting RSTP Topologies
Predicting RSTP Topologies
Lab Demonstration: Predicting The STP Tree (Cisco)
Lab Demonstration: Predicting The STP Tree (Juniper)
Deterministic Root Bridge Configuration
Deterministic Root Bridge Configuration
Per-VLAN RSTP Topology Manipulation
Per VLAN RSTP Topology Manipulation
Lab Demonstration: Rapid-PVST Topology Manipulation (Cisco)
Lab Demonstration: RSTP Topology Manipulation (Juniper)
RSTP Timers
RSTP Topology Changes
Course Conclusion
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