Cisco Related Series by MindLeaders BCMSN 642-811: Enhancements to STP
Product Code: BCMS03 Time: 2 Hour(s) CEUs: Available

Summary:

This course discusses some of the enhancements to STP to help it scale better in large Layer 2 networks. Those features covered in depth include PortFast, UplinkFast, BackboneFast, Rapid STP, STP Guard features, and EtherChannels.

Objectives:

After completing this course, students will be able to:
  • Enable PortFast, UplinkFast, and BackboneFast
  • Use RSTP to scale Layer 2 networks
  • Describe the differences between CST, PVST, and MST
  • Describe the EtherChannel operation and configuration
  • Identify when to use Root Guard, UDLD, and Loop Guard to prevent ST misconfigurations
  • Troubleshoot STP problems as well as the use of debug commands

Outline:

  • PortFast Performance Enhancement to STP
  • UplinkFast Performance Enhancement to STP
  • BackboneFast Performance Enhancement to STP
  • Rapid STP Enhancements
  • Multiple Spanning Tree
  • EtherChannels Technology
  • Configuring EtherChannels
  • Other STP Enhancement Features
  • Additional STP Troubleshooting Tips and Tools

Features:

  • A glossary
  • A Skill Assessment

Applicability:

This course is for anyone preparing for the Cisco BCMSN 642-811 exam or for anyone who wants to learn more about networking.

Prerequisites:

Experience with Windows NT/2000/XP and/or Unix OS.Cisco Related Series by MindLeaders BCMSN 642-811: Switched Networks, VLANs, and TrunksCisco Related Series by MindLeaders BCMSN 642-811: Spanning Tree Protocol

Technical Requirements:

200MHz Pentium with 32MB Ram. 640 x 480 256-color video (800 x 600 is recommended). Windows 98 or higher. Minimum Connection Speed: 28.8k. Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher (5.5 or higher for MindLeaders Central) required. Macromedia Flash player 6.0 is recommended for full functionality, but not required to play the courses. Sound card, with speakers or headphones is recommended, but not required to play the courses. JavaScript must be enabled. Netscape and AOL browsers not supported.

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