> # PortChannel Support

> The Cisco MDS implementation of FICON provides support for efficient utilization and increased availability of Inter-Switch Links (ISLs) necessary to build stable large-scale SAN environments. PortChannels ensure an enhanced ISL availability and performance in Cisco MDS switches.

> Refer to the Cisco MDS 9000 Family NX-OS Interfaces Configuration Guide for more information on PortChannels.

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