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DTP Negotiated Interface Modes

The switchport mode command options:

Option

Description

access

Permanent access mode and negotiates to convert the neighboring link into an access link

dynamic auto

Will becomes a trunk interface if the neighboring interface is set to trunk or desirable mode

dynamic desirable

Actively seeks to become a trunk by negotiating with other auto or desirable interfaces

trunk

Permanent trunking mode and negotiates to convert the neighboring link into a trunk link

Use the switchport nonegotiate interface configuration command to stop DTP negotiation