Description This article describes how to avoid Error Type 6 when PoE
ports are not coming up. Scope FortiSwitch. Solution Sometimes
FortiSwitch shows a special Error Type 6 and 'Startup Failure' error. It
means that more than 400mA are under some sp...
Description This article describes the port roles with Instances 0 and
15 using MSTP. Scope FortiSwitch. Solution The topology for this example
is like this: it is possible to see this view under Wifi & Switch
Controller –> Topology: In order to unde...
Description This article describes how to use any other FortiSwitch as a
Root bridge. It can be done when the FortiSwitch is managed by FortiGate
or by Standalone. Scope FortiSwitch. Solution Sometimes, it is necessary
to elect another Switch as a Ro...
Description This article describes how the STP works. Scope FortiSwitch.
Solution STP is a Layer 2 protocol that enables Ethernet networks to
build loop-free logical topologies. Switches that run STP, exchange
Bridge Protocol Data Units (BPDUs) that ...
Description This article describes how to configure FortiSwitch PoE port
when there are IP Phones with Expansion Modules. Scope FortiOS 6.4 to
7.4 FortiSwitch managed by FortiGate or Standalone Switch. Solution
There are some situations when it is ne...
