> # Launching Cisco Transport Controller

> Cisco Transport Controller (CTC) is a task-oriented tool used to install, provision, and maintain network elements. It is also used to troubleshoot and repair NE faults.

> ## Detailed Steps

> To launch CTC, follow these steps:

> 1. Right-click an ISL carrying optical traffic in the fabric.
> 2. Click Element Manager.
> 3. Enter the URL for the Cisco Transport Controller.
> 4. Click OK.

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