Understanding Spanning Tree Protocol (STP):
STP is used to prevent network loops in Ethernet networks by creating a spanning tree that selectively blocks some redundant paths.
Default Priority Value:
Bridge Priority: STP uses bridge priority to determine which switch becomes the root bridge. The default bridge priority value for most switches is 32768.
Priority Range: The bridge priority can be set in increments of 4096, ranging from 0 to 61440.
Configuration and Verification:
When deploying a new switch, the network administrator can verify the bridge priority using commands such as show spanning-tree to ensure it is set to the default value of 32768.
Comparison with Other Values:
4096 and 8192: Lower than the default priority, indicating these would be manually configured for higher preference.
36684: A non-standard value, likely a result of specific configuration changes.
[References:, CompTIA Network+ study materials on Spanning Tree Protocol and network configuration., , , , , , ]
