Refer to the exhibit.

Refer to the exhibit A customer requires a Layer 2 network designed to support:
500 active logical ports
trunking of 30 VLANs
convergence of less than 1 second
Which Spanning Tree Protocol must be selected?
Suggested Answer: A
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31 comments · newest first
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Alida
10 months ago
Totally agree, RPVST+ is the way to go for this setup!
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Kiera
10 months ago
Wait, are we sure RPVST+ can handle 500 logical ports?
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Nidia
10 months ago
I think MSTP is a better choice for scalability with 30 VLANs.
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Derrick
11 months ago
RPVST+ supports rapid convergence, perfect for under 1 second!
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Leonida
11 months ago
Definitely RPVST+, it handles multiple VLANs efficiently!
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Arlie
11 months ago
CST seems outdated for this scenario, especially with the need for quick convergence and multiple VLANs. I think it’s not the best option.
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Nieves
11 months ago
I practiced a similar question where PVST+ was mentioned, but I don't recall if it meets the convergence requirement here.
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Cherry
11 months ago
I think MSTP might be the right choice since it supports multiple VLANs and has good convergence times, but I need to double-check the specifics.
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Shizue
12 months ago
I remember RPVST+ is designed for rapid convergence, but I'm not sure if it can handle 500 logical ports effectively.
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Linette
12 months ago
Based on the requirements, I think MSTP would be the best option. It can support multiple VLANs and has good convergence times, which should meet the customer's needs.
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Galen
1 year ago
I'm a bit confused by the different Spanning Tree Protocol options. Can someone explain the key differences between them and how they might apply to this scenario?
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Kaitlyn
1 year ago
RPVST+ seems like the obvious choice here. It can handle a large number of ports and VLANs, and it's known for its fast convergence.
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Buddy
1 year ago
Okay, let's see. 500 active ports, 30 VLANs, and fast convergence - that sounds like a lot of demands. I'm not sure which protocol would be the best fit.
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Telma
1 year ago
Hmm, this looks like a tricky one. I'll need to carefully consider the requirements and compare the Spanning Tree Protocol options.
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Marisha
1 year ago
RPVST+ might work too, but MSTP is designed for supporting multiple VLANs and should provide the required convergence time.
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Reita
1 year ago
I'm not sure, but I think RPVST+ could also be a good option.
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Kirk
1 year ago
I agree with Marisha, MSTP seems like the best choice for this scenario.
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Danilo
1 year ago
MSTP is the answer, no doubt. It's like the Swiss Army knife of Spanning Tree Protocols!
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Val
1 year ago
RPVST+ is a bit overkill for this scenario. MSTP is the way to go, in my opinion.
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Narcisa
1 year ago
RPVST+ might be too complex for this setup, MSTP is a better fit.
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Shizue
1 year ago
MSTP is definitely the most suitable option for the requirements mentioned.
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Angelo
1 year ago
I agree, MSTP is the best choice for this scenario.
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Jean
1 year ago
Hmm, PVST+ might be a good choice too. It can handle the VLAN trunking and convergence needs.
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Marisha
1 year ago
I think the answer is B) MSTP.
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Kiley
1 year ago
Definitely going with MSTP. It's the only option that can support all the criteria mentioned.
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Rozella
1 year ago
RPVST+ and PVST+ won't be able to meet the requirements, MSTP is the most suitable option.
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Telma
1 year ago
MSTP is definitely the way to go for this network design.
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Matilda
1 year ago
I agree, MSTP is the best choice for this scenario.
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Carma
1 year ago
MSTP for sure! It can handle the large VLAN count and fast convergence requirements.
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Katie
1 year ago
Yes, MSTP is the most suitable option given the requirements.
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Jina
1 year ago
I agree, MSTP is the best choice for this scenario.