> # Configuring SD Ports for SPAN

> ## Detailed Steps

> To monitor network traffic using SD ports, follow these steps:

> 1. Configure the SD port.
> 2. Attach the SD port to a specific SPAN session.
> 3. Monitor network traffic by adding source interfaces to the session.

> To configure an SD port for SPAN monitoring using Device Manager, follow these steps:

> 1. Right-click the port you want to configure and select Configure.

> You see the general port configuration dialog.

> 2. Under Mode, choose SD.
> 3. Click Apply to accept the change.
> 4. Close the dialog box.

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