# path shutdown

#### Syntax

For channelized OCx/STMx interfaces:

[ no ] path pathChannel shutdown

For unchannelized OCx/STMx interfaces:

[ no ] path shutdown

#### Release Information

Command introduced before JunosE Release 7.1.0.

#### Description

Disables a path on channelized and unchannelized SONET/SDH interfaces. On channelized interfaces, you must specify the path channel number. By default, paths are enabled. The no version restarts the path.

#### Options

- pathChannel—Number, in the range 1–2147483648, that identifies the path on a channelized interface

#### Mode

Controller Configuration