> # Configuring the PortChannel Mode

> By default, the CLI and the Device Manager create the PortChannel in ON mode in the NPIV core switches and ACTIVE mode on the NPV switches. DCNM-SAN creates all PortChannels in ACTIVE mode. We recommend that you create PortChannels in ACTIVE mode.

> ## Restrictions

> - An F PortChannel is supported only on ACTIVE mode.

> ## Detailed Steps

> To configure ACTIVE mode using DCNM-SAN, follow these steps:

> 1. Expand ISLs and then select Port Channels in the Physical Attributes pane.

> You see the PortChannels configured in the Information pane.

> 2. Click the Protocols tab, and then from the Mode drop-down menu, select the appropriate mode for the PortChannel.
> 3. Click the Apply Changes icon to save any modifications.

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