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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 1: I ’ UIDE HAPTER NTRODUCTION VERVIEW The InSpeed Model 350 Embedded Storage Switch is a 12-port, non-blocking switch designed for storage system suppliers who want to improve the reliability, availability, and serviceability (RAS) and performance of their systems.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 1: I ’ UIDE HAPTER NTRODUCTION • Half-rack, 1U size for easy installation (optional 19" rack-mounting kits available). • Fibre Channel ANSI Standards Compliance ™ T PEED ECHNOLOGY InSpeed technology is an advanced switching architecture that couples a non-blocking crossbar switch with a unique switch port logic and per-port SERDES.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 1: I ’ UIDE HAPTER NTRODUCTION Figure 1-2: Embedded Root Switches in a Fully Switched and Trunked Infrastructure Embedded Root Switch in Tape Libraries Another root switch application is to embed a switch attached to multiple tape drives and tape library controllers into a system.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 1: I ’ UIDE HAPTER NTRODUCTION Embedded Root Switch in Disk & Tape Storage Systems This application combines an embedded root switch with a disk storage system and a tape library application to provide an integrated disk and tape library solution for the fastest backup and restores possible.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 2: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH NSTALLATION HAPTER WITCH NSTALLATION Installation Preparation ..........6 Switch Installation ............7 Switch LEDs ..............9 SFP Compatibility ............12 Booting the Switch and Attached Devices....13 NSTALLATION REPARATION After receiving the switch, perform the following steps to ensure that the switch and other contents arrived safely.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 2: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH NSTALLATION WITCH NSTALLATION The switch can be installed in a rack or placed on a desktop. Rack Installation Installing the switch in an equipment rack requires an optional rack mount kit (sold separately). The rack mount kit holds two switches.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 2: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH NSTALLATION Install the tray with the switch(es) attached into a rack following the instructions provided with the rack mount kit. UL Guidelines for Mounting Equipment in a Rack When installing equipment in a rack, give careful consideration to the following factors: •...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 2: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH NSTALLATION WITCH The switch incorporates three sets of Light-Emitting Diodes (LEDs) to indicate ethernet, switch, and port status: 1. Ethernet LEDs – two separate LEDs indicating the network connection status. 2.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 2: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH NSTALLATION System LEDs The System LEDs indicate the switch’s status, independent of the port LEDs. Fault Power 2 Gb/s Switch Operational Figure 2-4: System LEDs System LEDs Indication Fault •...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 2: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH NSTALLATION Port LEDs The Port LEDs indicate the port’s status. Each port has two LEDs: • SFP Status LED • Port Bypassed LED SFP Status Port Bypassed Figure 2-5: Ethernet LEDs SFP Status Port Bypassed...
The switch supports Small Form-Factor Pluggable (SFP) modules that comply with the SFP specification as produced by the MSA consortium and have passed Emulex’s qualification testing. The following manufacturers of 1-2Gb optical, shortwave SFPs are recommended: •...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 2: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH NSTALLATION OOTING THE WITCH AND TTACHED EVICES The following procedure is recommended when booting the switch and attached devices. Before powering on the switch and attached devices, read the Release Notes, included with the switch contents, to determine any modifications that may be required for a specific installation.
Web Manager interface is used for switch and port configuration unless otherwise noted. For a list of CLI commands, see Appendix B: CLI Quick Reference on page 63. For additional information on the CLI, see the Emulex® or InSpeed™ Storage Switch Products’ CLI Reference Guide . MULEX ORPORATION 00041410-002 R...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT ETTING TARTED This section explains how to configure the switch’s ethernet network settings prior to using the Web Manager. Once the switch’s network settings are configured, use the Web Manager to perform a quick switch setup.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Connecting to the Web Manager The Web Manager displays current port utilization and health, enables easy to use Port Smart Settings and One-Step Zoning, and several additional features discussed later in this chapter. Note: The Web Manager supports Microsoft Internet Explorer for Windows version 5.5 or later and Internet Explorer for Apple version 5.2 or later.
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To access product documentation and firmware: 1. Click Help, and select Documentation > Product Docs or Downloads. The Emulex Web site appears. 2. Click the drivers, software and manuals link, and select the switch product model under the Drivers, software and manuals by product model number section.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Initial Switch Setup Once a network connection has been established with the switch and an instance of the Web Manager is open, some basic switch configuration tasks are recommended: •...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Step 3: Verify the Date and Time During the initial Web Manager session, the date and time for the switch are set based on the host system’s current settings.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT ANAGING THE WITCH The InSpeed™ Model 350 Embedded Storage Switch provides several options for managing and configuring the switch to meet the needs of the network environment. This section describes how to log in to the switch, configure switch and port settings, manage firmware and configuration files, and configure One-Step Zoning, Automatic Trunking, and Load Balancing.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT 2. Click OK. The Switch Login page appears. Figure 3-2: Switch Login page 3. Enter the switch’s password. Note: If you have forgotten the password, contact a customer service representative for assistance.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT To view the Switch Configuration page, click Switch > Configuration. Figure 3-3: Switch Configuration page Switch Identification This section includes general switch identification information. Setting Description Name The name of the switch.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT To change the switch’s network location settings: 1. Click Switch > Configuration. 2. Enter the new value in the appropriate text box. 3. Click Submit. The Switch Configuration page displays the updated information. Version Information The different software and hardware versions include: Setting...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Setting SNMP Traps Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) uses traps to transmit information to SNMP-based network administration programs. The Switch SNMP Trap Configuration page displays information on the switch’s current SNMP trap configuration.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Configuring Date and Time Settings The Switch Date & Time page displays the switch’s current date and time. During the initial Web Manager session, the date and time for the switch are set based on the host system’s current settings. If the switch is rebooted or power is cycled, the system clock will reset and the switch’s date and time settings will be set to the host system’s time settings of the next user to log in to the switch.
A message box appears confirming the opening of a telnet session to the switch. 2. Click OK to proceed. 3. Enter the switch’s password and press E NTER For additional information on CLI features and functionality, see the Emulex® or InSpeed™ Storage Switch Products’ CLI Reference Guide . MULEX ORPORATION...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Adjusting the Switch Thresholds The Switch Thresholds page displays a variety of switch threshold settings. Setting Description Ordered Set Error Threshold The maximum number of OS errors allowed in a 10-second interval before a port is bypassed.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Configuring the Port Smart Settings The Port Smart Settings page displays the current Smart Settings (configuration settings) assigned to each port and enables users to easily create and modify custom Smart Settings. To view the Port Smart Settings page: Click Port >...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Default Smart Settings There are several default Smart Settings available on the switch. These default Smart Settings were defined by Fibre Channel storage experts to ensure that the switch is optimally configured for performance and stability.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT • When configuring multiple switches with a single cascade, use alternating ports. For example, connect the second switch using ports 1 and the third using ports 2 as shown in Figure 3-10.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT 3. Enter the new Smart Setting name. A name may consist of up to 28 alphanumeric characters and cannot contain spaces (use underscores for spaces in names). 4.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Port Information The following settings are available. Setting Description Smart Setting Name Displays the name of the Smart Setting. The Smart Setting name will automatically appear in the text box when selected in the scroll menu. Smart Setting Type The topology among switches for a port.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Change Notifications The following settings are available. Setting Description Stealth Intelligent Change Stealth Intelligent Change Manager provides stability and control over Manager change notification disruptions on a port basis. Options include: •...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Port Recovery The following settings are available. Setting Description Bad Device Recovery When a port is already inserted into a zone, the port transforms F8 Failure notifications into F7 Initialization notifications. When this occurs, the port is bypassed and F7 Initialization notifications are allowed in the zone.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Diagnostics The following settings are available. Setting Description Port Control The method for controlling a port. Options include: • auto – the default setting. The switch will automatically insert a port based on policy settings.
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To check for new firmware: 1. Click Help and select Downloads. The Emulex Web site appears. 2. Click the drivers, software and manuals link, and select the switch product model under the Drivers, software and manuals by product model number section.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Restoring the Factory Default Settings If necessary, the switch settings can be reset to their factory default values; however, the network configuration and port type settings are retained. To restore the factory default configuration: 1.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT The color of each zone indicates its status. See the descriptions in the following table: Color Description Down (red) One or more ports have been selected, zoning has been activated, but hardware has caused a failure.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Single-Switch Zoning The simplest zoning configuration is to place devices into separate (non-overlapping) zones. Only the devices within each zone can communicate with one another. Examples of these configurations are shown in Figure 3-13,...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Figure 3-15: Non-overlapping zones in a combined Disk and Tape Storage System Adding Devices to Multiple Zones Another zoning configuration enables users to place devices in more than one zone (overlapping zones).
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Figure 3-17: Overlapping zones in a Tape Storage System To add storage devices to multiple zones: 1. Select the appropriate zones for each port. 2. Ensure that the Zoning Active check box is selected. 3.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Connecting Ports Through Hard Zoning A Hard Zone can be used to add a separate 126 AL_PAs that operate in isolation from any other zone. A Hard Zone disables switching functionality and creates a shared connection between the ports in a zone topology, splitting the switch into multiple unique FC-AL zones.
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AL_PAs) from communicating with each other; however, AL_PA zoning allows the devices to communicate with devices outside of the group. AL_PA zoning is only accessible through the Command Line Interface (CLI). Refer to the Emulex® or InSpeed™ Storage Switch Products’ CLI Reference Guide for additional information.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Cascading Switches When multiple switches are connected, the connecting links between the switches are referred to as "cascades". There are two distinct cascade configurations to consider when configuring networks for optimal performance and connectivity: string cascades and tree cascades.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Automatic Trunking Multiple links between switches are called “trunks”. Trunks provide higher bandwidth across cascaded switches for systems incorporating multiple initiators. Each trunk can improve system throughput and provide “failover”...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT To assign ports to trunk groups: 1. Click Advanced Functions > Automatic Trunking. The Automatic Trunking page appears. Figure 3-22: Automatic Trunking page 2. Select a trunk group for each port by clicking the appropriate Trunk Group option. 3.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Note: When tape drives or tape libraries are included in multiple switch configurations incorporating multiple trunks, place the tape drive or tape library and any devices that access those devices on the secondary (duplicate) trunk, not the primary trunk.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT ONITORING THE WITCH The InSpeed Model 350 Embedded Storage Switch provides several options for monitoring the switch status and port information. This section describes how to view switch status, the event log, port information and utilization, and port diagnostics.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Port Utilization and Health Port utilization measures the amount of traffic passing into a port over a period of time. For example, if an initiator is transmitting data to a target, the initiator port displays a port utilization value (%) while the target port does not.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Viewing the Event Log The Event Log contains a list of up to 3000 event log messages generated by the switch. The Switch Event Log page displays the event log messages with each message containing the following information: •...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Viewing Port Information The Port Information page displays the Smart Settings, Serial ID (SID), and AL_PAs currently assigned to each port. Initiator AL_PAs are highlighted in blue to differentiate them from target AL_PAs. Note: The Initiator AL_PA information can be used to easily identify attached devices when configuring load balancing.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Viewing Port Utilization Port utilization measures the amount of traffic passing into a port over a period of time. For example, if an initiator is transmitting data to a target, the initiator port displays a port utilization value (%) while the target port does not.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Viewing Port Diagnostics This page displays diagnostic information pertaining to each port in the switch. Use the information provided on this page to diagnose abnormally high error counts on a particular port. To view the current diagnostic settings: Click Advanced Functions >...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Statistic Description Bypass Port A single instance operation that forces a port into bypass mode. This feature may be used to diagnose device problems when a device is locked up or experiencing a high number of failures on a port.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Viewing Ordered Sets This page displays the Ordered Sets that are being transmitted on the switch for each port since the last time the page was displayed. Ordered Sets are used when communicating data across networks to indicate actions, events, or status regarding the data.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 3: S ’ UIDE HAPTER WITCH ANAGEMENT Detection Indication F7 Initialization A port is in the non-participating mode and is attempting to win arbitration and begin initialization, possibly because the port was reset or is powering up. Sometimes the port is sending this sequence to another hot-cascaded switch, like a new initiator being inserted in the network.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 4: T ’ UIDE HAPTER ECHNICAL EFERENCE HAPTER ECHNICAL EFERENCE Troubleshooting Device Connections......57 Troubleshooting Management Connections ....58 Port Bypass Conditions and Recovery .......58 Default Smart Setting Attributes.........59 Fibre Channel References .........60 ROUBLESHOOTING EVICE ONNECTIONS Problem Recommended Action...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 4: T ’ UIDE HAPTER ECHNICAL EFERENCE ROUBLESHOOTING ANAGEMENT ONNECTIONS Problem Recommended Action Serial cable installed but 1. Cycle power by reinstalling the power cord. connection does not 2. Check the terminal emulation program’s serial port parameters. appear on terminal 3.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 4: T ’ UIDE HAPTER ECHNICAL EFERENCE EFAULT MART ETTING TTRIBUTES Smart Setting Initiator or Initiator Target Fabric Tree String String String String Target with with Connection Cascade Cascade- Cascade- Cascade- Cascade- Name Stealth Stealth -Trunk 1...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH 4: T ’ UIDE HAPTER ECHNICAL EFERENCE IBRE HANNEL EFERENCES The following books give useful information about Fibre Channel. • Alan F. Benner , Fibre Channel. McGraw-Hill, 1996. ISBN 0-07-005669-2. • Tom Clark, Addison Wesley Longman, 1999, Designing Storage Area Networks.
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH A: S ’ UIDE PPENDIX PECIFICATIONS Specifications PPENDIX WITCH PECIFICATIONS Number of Ports Operating Rate All ports operate at 1.0625 or 2.125 Gbps (selectable) Port Media Type Enclosure 1U half-rack form-factor Management Interface RS-232 or 10/100 Ethernet Operating Mode Switching or Non-switching modes...
The Command Line Interface (CLI) can be accessed through a network interface using a terminal emulation program, such as HyperTerminal®, or through the serial interface from a local computer. Refer to the Emulex® or InSpeed™ Storage Switch Products’ CLI Reference Guide for detailed descriptions of CLI commands and usage.
The CLI enables users to monitor and change system and port configurations, configure One-Step Zoning, Automatic Trunking, Load Balancing, and event reporting parameters, and download and install firmware. For additional information on the CLI, see the Emulex® or InSpeed™ Storage Switch Products’ CLI Reference Guide . To enter a command: Type the command text or the number of the command.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH B: CLI Q ’ UIDE PPENDIX UICK EFERENCE CLI C OMMANDS All of the CLI commands for the InSpeed Model 350 Embedded Storage Switch are shown below in a tree diagram. Using the “help” command at the command line may provide additional information. root -->...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH C: E ’ UIDE PPENDIX VENT ESSAGES Event Messages PPENDIX The event messages for the switch are listed below. For explanations, contact a customer service representative. The message’s applicable severity level as defined below is also provided. Severity Severity Description...
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH C: E ’ UIDE PPENDIX VENT ESSAGES Event Event Message Severity Port # did not receive LIPF7) within timeout Segment stall on Port # NOTIFY Bad Open on Port # Error during Port Disc. NOTIFY Port # PTBI failed due to timeout NOTIFY...
350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH E: G ’ UIDE PPENDIX LOSSARY Glossary PPENDIX AL_PA or Arbitrated Loop A one-byte value used to identify a port in an Arbitrated Loop topology. The value Physical Address of the AL_PA corresponds to bits 7:0 of the 24-bit Native Address Identifier. Arbitration The process of selecting one respondent from a group requesting service at the same time.
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350 E PEED ODEL MBEDDED TORAGE WITCH ’ UIDE NDEX network settings automatic trunking operating conditions Bad Zone Recovery ordered sets configuration overview configuration files package contents event log policies firmware port diagnostics getting started port information hard zoning port utilization initial switch setup powering on load balancing...
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