# MTU for Virtual Networks Cannot be Modified

## Problem

* MTU for Virtual Networks cannot be modified.
* PCD UI does not provide any option to increase the MTU for Virtual Networks.

## Environment

* Private Cloud Director Virtualization - v2026.1 and Higher
* Self Hosted Private Cloud Director Virtualization - v2026.1 and Higher

## Cause

* This is a known issue and is already reported with ID: **PCD-6454**.

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Refer the [**Workaround**](#workaround) section on how to set the MTU for Virtual Networks.
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## Workaround

* MTU for Virtual Networks can be modified through CLI.
* In the RC file that is needed for the communication between `pcdctl` CLI and PCD, change the variable `OS_INTERFACE` value from `public` to `admin`.
* Set the relevant tenant name in the `OS_PROJECT_NAME` variable if applicable.
* Re-source the RC file.
* Change the MTU using the below command:

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```bash
pcdctl network set --mtu <MTU_VALUE> <NETWORK_UUID/NAME>
```

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## Additional Information

* Reach out to Platform9 Support with the issue ID mentioned in the [**Cause**](#cause) section if there are any questions/concerns.


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