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# ethernet polling

## Syntax

```
[no] ethernet polling auto|<n>
```

## Syntax Description

<table><thead><tr><th width="136">Keyword</th><th>Description</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><code>no</code></td><td>(Optional) Returns the number cores for polling to its default value.</td></tr><tr><td><code>auto</code></td><td>The number of cores is selected automatically.</td></tr><tr><td>n</td><td>Use the specified number of cores for Ethernet polling. The allowed range is from 1 to the total number of CPU cores minus 1.</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Defaults

The number of cores is selected automatically by default.

## Usage Guidelines

Normally, the system automatically determines the number of CPU cores to dedicate to Ethernet polling. This command is provided for diagnostic purposes, and should be used only as directed by Island support.

## Examples

```
ethernet polling 2
ethernet polling auto
```

## Related Commands


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