Hardware Log - HP StorageWorks 2/16 User Manual

Glossary
frame
A variable-length packet of data that is transmitted in frame relay technology.
FRU
See field-replaceable unit.
gateway
A multi-homed host used to route network traffic from one network to another, and to pass
network traffic from one protocol to another.
gateway address
A unique string of numbers (in the format xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) that identifies a gateway on the
network.
GBIC
GigaBit Interface Converter. A removable module that converts an electrical serial data stream
to an optical or amplified electrical serial data stream. Contains connector for attaching fiber
optic cable.
generic port
Also known as G_Port. Physical interface on a switch that can function either as a fabric port
(F_Port) or an extension port (E_Port) depending on the port type to which it connects.
G_Port
See generic port.
GUI
Graphical User Interface.
HAFM server
PC shipped with a product to run the HAFM and Product Manager applications.
HAFM Management Services
Software application that provides back-end product-independent services to the HAFM
application. HAFM Management Services runs only on the HAFM server (and cannot be
downloaded to remote workstations).

hardware log

Record of FRU insertions and removals in the switch.
Glossary–10 edge switch 2/16 product manager user guide