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Chapter 3 Advanced STP Tuning:

interview questions and scenario-based questions

Interview Questions:

1. What is STP (Spanning Tree Protocol), and why is it important in network design?
2. Explain the primary purpose of STP Topology Tuning.
3. What are the factors to consider when determining the placement of the Root Bridge in an STP
network?
4. How can you modify the STP Root Port and Blocked Switch Port locations in a network?
5. What is the significance of modifying STP Port Priority, and when might you need to do it?
6. Describe Root Guard and its role in STP protection mechanisms.
7. What is the purpose of STP Portfast, and when should it be enabled on a switch port?
8. How does BPDU Guard enhance network stability in STP?
9. Explain the concept of BPDU Filter and when it should be used.
10. What are the common issues associated with Unidirectional Links in STP, and how can they be
mitigated?
11. How does STP Loop Guard help prevent network loops?
12. What is Unidirectional Link Detection (UDLD), and how does it address STP-related problems?
13. Describe the process of Root Bridge election in STP.
14. Can you explain the differences between STP, RSTP (Rapid Spanning Tree Protocol), and
MSTP (Multiple Spanning Tree Protocol)?
15. How does the Bridge Protocol Data Unit (BPDU) play a role in STP operation?
16. What is the purpose of the TCN (Topology Change Notification) BPDU in STP?
17. How does the Forward Delay timer in STP affect network convergence?
18. Explain how the STP Max Age timer influences network stability.
19. What are the consequences of a misconfigured STP Root Bridge?
20. How can you verify the STP configuration and status on a Cisco switch?
21. What are the potential risks of modifying the STP Port Priority on an active network?
22. When should you use Portfast, and what are its limitations?
23. Can you differentiate between BPDU Guard and BPDU Filter?
24. Describe the process of recovering from a network outage caused by STP convergence.
25. How do you troubleshoot STP-related issues in a complex network?
26. Explain the concept of STP convergence and the factors that affect its speed.
27. What role does the Bridge ID play in STP Bridge election?
28. Discuss the differences between STP, RSTP, and MSTP Bridge Port roles.
29. How can you prevent or mitigate STP-related security vulnerabilities in your network?
30. What best practices should be followed when implementing STP in a network?

Scenario-Based Questions:
1. Scenario: A network has experienced frequent disruptions due to STP convergence. How would
you approach the problem and implement changes to improve network stability?
2. Scenario: You have multiple VLANs in your network, and you need to ensure optimal STP
performance. Describe the steps you would take to achieve this.
3. Scenario: A switch port on a critical server is transitioning between the blocking and forwarding
states frequently. How would you diagnose and resolve this issue?
4. Scenario: During routine maintenance, you accidentally changed the STP Root Bridge. The
network experienced disruptions. Explain how you would quickly restore stability.
5. Scenario: An unidirectional link has been identified in your network, causing intermittent
connectivity problems. How would you detect and address this issue without causing network
downtime?

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