You configure the command “spanning-tree portfast” on all the ports connecting to end devices like workstations. They then automatically bypass the wait period and DHCP works properly.
How do I know if spanning-tree is enabled?
- To check the status of spanning-tree instance interface, use the show interfaces command: [email protected]> show interfaces interface-name.
- You can determine the status of the interface as follows: If the BPDU Error field is none, the interface is enabled.
Should STP be enabled on all ports?
It is recommended that RSTP be enabled on all ports. RSTP may be disabled at the port level. Disabling RSTP on a port removes the port from any STP processing including any STP guard configuration. Disabling RSTP on a port is not recommended unless the client device connected to the port is incompatible with STP.
