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Table 4 - Glossary
SM (Subnet Manager)
SNMP
SNTP
SSH
syslog
TACACS+
TCA (Target Channel Adapter)
WebUI
XML Gateway
An entity that configures and manages the subnet, discovers the network
topology, assign LIDs, determines the routing schemes and sets the routing
tables. There is only one master SM and possible several slaves (Standby
mode) at a given time. The SM administers switch routing tables thereby
establishing paths through the fabric.
Simple Network Management Protocol. A network protocol for the manage-
ment of a network and the monitoring of network devices and their functions.
Network Time Protocol. A protocol for synchronizing computer clocks in a
network.
Secure Shell. A protocol (program) for securely logging in to and running pro-
grams on remote machines across a network. The program authenticates
access to the remote machine and encrypts the transferred information through
the connection.
A standard for forwarding log messages in an IP network.
Terminal Access Controller Access-Control System Plus. A networking proto-
col that enables access to a network of devices via one or more centralized
servers. TACACS+ provides separate AAA services.
A Channel Adapter that is not required to support verbs, usually used in I/O
devices.
Web User Interface. A user interface in which you select commands from drop
down menus or by clicking on icons.
Extensible Markup Language Gateway. Provides an XML request-response
protocol for setting and retrieving HW management information.
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