Spanning Tree Configuration Overview This lab requires you to configure a simple switched network and configure Spanning Tree Protocol (STP). Completing this lab will provide the skills and knowledge required to configure STP in typical network environments and observe switch port states with respect to STP. These skills are commonly employed when managing and administering small and large networks. Read through the entire lab first so that you completely understand what you are trying to achieve and create a basic plan. This will likely save you problems and having to repeat work later. This lab should be recorded in your lab book. Use the lab book template. Ensure you include all sections in the template and demonstrated in the lab book sample. Preparation Ensure you have an operating Packet Tracer application. Lab Schematic Distribution fa0/1 gi0/1 gi0/1 gi0/1 gi0/2 gi0/2 Desktop1 Desktop2 Servers Part 1 Find the STP Root Bridge - In this part, you will build your topology and find the root bridge in the spanning tree network. 1. Build a topology in Packet Tracer to match the lab schematic. Use a 3560 switch for Distribution and 2960 switches Desktop1, Desktop2 and Servers. Ensure you configure the indicated ports for the lab to work correctly. 2. Enter an appropriate command to view spanning tree configuration on each switch. Which switch is currently the root bridge? How did you determine which switch is the root bridge? Part 2 - Configuring the STP Root Bridge In this part, you will configure a specific switch to be the root bridge. 1. Enter the appropriate command(s) to configure Distribution as the root bridge. What command(s) did you enter? 2. Enter an appropriate command to view spanning tree configuration on each switch. Does each switch show distribution to be the root bridge? Part 3 - Observe Spanning Tree Port Roles and States In this part, you will identify the roles and states of ports that are part of the spanning tree network. 1. Enter an appropriate command on each switch to view spanning tree configuration. 2. Note the role and state of each port that is part of the spanning tree network. Why to the ports have the roles and states that they do? Spanning Tree Configuration | INFO8035-LabBook1-Lab1-22W 12