> # Configuring SNMP Control of FICON Parameters

> By default, SNMP users can configure FICON parameters using Cisco DCNM for SAN.

> ## Restrictions

> If you disable SNMP in the Cisco MDS switch, you cannot configure FICON parameters using DCNM-SAN.

> ## Detailed Steps

> To configure SNMP control of FICON parameters, follow these steps:

> 1. Choose VSAN > FICON.

> You see a list of switches under the Control tab in the Information pane.

> 2. Click the VSANs tab.

> You see the FICON VSAN configuration information in the Information pane.

> 3. Check the Port Control By SNMP checkbox to allow SNMP users to configure FICON on the switch.
> 4. Click the Apply Changes icon to save these changes.

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