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Chapter 4
FCIP over IP/MPLS Core
Figure 4-2
The following performance data applies to
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Security
The security of the entire Fibre Channel fabric is only as good as the security of the entire IP network
through which an FCIP tunnel is created. The following scenarios are possible:
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Security protocols and procedures used for other IP networks can be used with FCIP to safeguard against
any known threats and vulnerabilities. FCIP links can be secured by the following methods:
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Cisco Compression Solutions
200
150
100
50
SA-VAM
2001
VAM—9.9–12 MB/sec –10.9 MB/sec average
VAM2—19.7–25.4 MB/sec – 19 MB/sec average
IPS—18.6–38.5 MB/sec – 24.6 MB/sec average
MPS—136–192 MB/sec – 186.5 MB/sec average
Unauthorized Fibre Channel device gaining access to resources through normal Fibre Channel
processes
Unauthorized agents monitoring and manipulating Fibre Channel traffic that flows over physical
media used by the IP network
Using the IPSec Security Protocol Suite with encryption for cryptographic data integrity and
integrity of authentication
SA-VAM2
IPS
2003
2003
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4-2:
Data Center High Availability Clusters Design Guide
Typical Customer Requirements
MPS
2004
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