> # Clearing a Locked Session

> You can clear locks held by an application from any switch in the fabric. This option is provided to rescue you from situations where locks are acquired and not released.

> ## Detailed Steps

> To clear locks, follow these steps:

> 1. Click the CFS tab.
> 2. Select clearLock from the Config Action drop-down list for each switch that you want to clear the lock.
> 3. Click Apply Changes icon to save the change.

> ## Troubleshooting Tips

> - Exercise caution when using this function to clear locks in the fabric. Any pending configurations in any switch in the fabric is flushed and lost.

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