> # Configuring Promiscuous Mode

> You can enable or disable promiscuous mode on a specific Gigabit Ethernet interface. By enabling the promiscuous mode, the Gigabit Ethernet interface receives all the packets and the software then filters and discards the packets that are not destined for that Gigabit Ethernet interface.

> ## Detailed Steps

> To configure the promiscuous mode, follow these steps:

> 1. Expand Switches > Interfaces > Ethernet > IPS.

> You see the Gigabit Ethernet Configuration in the Information pane.

> 2. In the General tab, you can enable or disable the Promiscuous Mode option for a specific switch.
> 3. Click Apply Changes.

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