> # Configuring FCIP Write Acceleration

> You can enable FCIP write acceleration when you create the FCIP link using the FCIP Wizard.

> ## Detailed Steps

> To enable write acceleration on an existing FCIP link, follow these steps:

> 1. Choose ISLs > FCIP from the Physical Attributes pane on DCNM-SAN.

> You see the FCIP profiles and links in the Information pane.

> On Device Manager, choose IP > FCIP.

> You see the FCIP dialog box.

> 2. Click the Tunnels (Advanced) tab.

> You see the FICP link information.

> 3. Check or uncheck the Write Accelerator check box.
> 4. Choose the appropriate compression ratio from the IP Compression drop-down list.
> 5. Click the Apply Changes icon to save these changes.

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