Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol

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Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol is a network protocol that provides faster convergence and improved loop prevention in Ethernet switched networks compared to the original Spanning Tree Protocol.

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Predicate Object
instanceOf Ethernet control protocol
link layer protocol
network protocol
abbreviation BPDU
RSTP NERFINISHED
alternativeName 802.1w RSTP NERFINISHED
backwardCompatibleWith Spanning Tree Protocol NERFINISHED
basedOn Spanning Tree Protocol NERFINISHED
configurationMode per-VLAN implementation in many vendor products
convergenceTime typically less than one second under normal conditions
definedInStandard IEEE 802.1w NERFINISHED
domain LAN switching
computer networking
improvesOn convergence time of Spanning Tree Protocol
integratedInto IEEE 802.1D-2004 NERFINISHED
introducesConcept edge ports
port roles
port states
layer Data Link Layer
osiLayer Layer 2
portRole alternate port
backup port
designated port
root port
portState discarding
forwarding
learning
prevents Layer 2 loops
broadcast storms
primaryPurpose faster convergence after topology changes
loop prevention in Ethernet switched networks
provides improved fault recovery
rapid transition to forwarding state
replacedBy Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol in some deployments
requires point-to-point links for rapid transition
standardizedBy IEEE NERFINISHED
successorOf Spanning Tree Protocol NERFINISHED
supports faster topology change notification
treats full-duplex links as point-to-point
half-duplex links as shared
usedIn Ethernet networks NERFINISHED
bridged LANs
switched networks
uses Bridge Protocol Data Units NERFINISHED
usesMechanism proposal and agreement handshake
sync and sync-propagation
usesTimer forward delay
hello time
max age

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Virtual PortChannel compatibleWith Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol
Cisco Catalyst switches supports Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol