> # Setting the Interface Administrative State

> ## Detailed Steps

> To disable or enable an interface using DCNM-SAN, follow these steps:

> 1. Expand Switches > FC Interfaces > Physical. You see the interface configuration in the Information pane.
> 2. Click the General tab.
> 3. Click Mode admin.

> You see the drop-down box.

> 4. Set the status or mode to the required status.
> 5. (Optional) Set other configuration parameters using the other tabs.
> 6. Click Apply Changes.

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