HP 2100 ER User Manual
HP 2100 ER User Manual

HP 2100 ER User Manual

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HP SureStore
Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge 2100 ER

User Guide

Edition 3
Part Number C6340-90003
February 2000
Printed in: Greeley, CO USA
© Copyright 2000 Hewlett-Packard Company

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    HP SureStore Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge 2100 ER User Guide Edition 3 Part Number C6340-90003 February 2000 Printed in: Greeley, CO USA © Copyright 2000 Hewlett-Packard Company...
  • Page 2 HP will replace software media that does not execute its programming instructions due to such defects. 3. HP does not warrant that the operation of HP products will be uninterrupted or error free. If HP is unable, within a reasonable time,...
  • Page 3 SATISFACTORY QUALITY, AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. 8. HP will be liable for damage to tangible property per incident up to the greater of $300,000 or the actual amount paid for the product that is the subject of the claim, and for damages for bodily injury or death,...
  • Page 4 Printing History This guide is the first edition of all included material. The guide printing date and part number indicate the current edition. The printing date changes when a new edition is printed. (Minor corrections and updates incorporated at reprint do not change this date.) Edition 1: July 1998 Edition 2:...
  • Page 5: Typographical Conventions

    Typographical Conventions The following typographical conventions are used in this guide: Italic font: Denotes important information. KEYCAP Computer Output : Denotes information displayed in the control panel and screen menu items that you select. Warnings call attention to a procedure or practice that could WARNING result in personal injury if not correctly performed.
  • Page 6: In This Guide

    In This Guide In this guide, the following areas are described: Chapter 1 Introduction: Contents of the parts kit, supported products, environmental requirements for the Fibre Bridge, and sample configurations. Chapter 2 Setting Up the Fibre Bridge: How to install the Fibre Bridge, including rackmounting and cabling.
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Introduction Chapter Overview ... 1-2 Fibre Bridge Components and Supported Products... 1-3 Product Components... 1-3 Supported Products ... 1-5 Choosing a Location ... 1-6 Physical Specifications ... 1-6 Environmental Specifications ... 1-6 Fibre Channel Configurations... 1-7 Basic Configuration ...1-7 Expanded Configuration (DLT libraries only) ...
  • Page 8 Contents Making Configuration Changes... 3-9 Reconfigure the Fibre Channel Address ... 3-11 Change the Trace Settings ...3-13 Fibre Channel to SCSI Mapping Configuration ... 3-14 4. Troubleshooting Guide Chapter Overview ... 4-2 Troubleshooting ... 4-3 Problem: Cannot Turn On the DLT Library... 4-3 Problem: Cannot Turn On the MO Library ...
  • Page 9 Contents HP FIRST/QUICK FAX Faxback Services... B-5 Electronic Support Services... B-8 Customer Care Centers ... B-9 Telephone Support After Warranty ... B-11 C. Safety and Regulatory Information Chapter Overview ... C-2 CDRH Regulations (USA Only)... C-3 United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984 ... C-3 Herstellerbescheinigung...
  • Page 10 Contents...
  • Page 11 Tables Table 1-1. Supplied Components ......1-3 Table 1-2. Supported Products ....... . 1-5 Table 1-3.
  • Page 12 Tables...
  • Page 13 Figures Figure 1-1. Sample Fibre Channel Configuration—Basic... 1-7 Figure 1-2. Sample Fibre Channel Configuration— Minimum Expansion ........1-8 Figure 1-3.
  • Page 14 Figures...
  • Page 15 Introduction...
  • Page 16: Introduction Chapter Overview

    Introduction Chapter Overview Chapter Overview This chapter provides the following information: • Fibre Bridge Components and Supported Products • Choosing a Location • Fibre Channel Configurations Chapter 1...
  • Page 17: Fibre Bridge Components And Supported Products

    Product Components Table 1-1 lists the parts that are supplied with the Fibre Bridge. Table 1-1 Supplied Components Feet Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge 2100 ER User Guide CD-ROM Filler Panel Decal French Statement HP SureStore Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge 2100 ER...
  • Page 18 Introduction Fibre Bridge Components and Supported Products Item SCSI Cables (for Digitial Linear Tape libraries) SCSI Cable (for Magneto-Optical libraries) Serial Cable SW Optical FC Cable SW Optical GBIC Terminator User Guide Rackmount screws and nuts RJ-11 to DB9 Adapter Quantity Description Two Single-ended, 2 meter...
  • Page 19: Supported Products

    Supported Products Table 1-2 shows the products that Hewlett-Packard supports for connection with the Fibre Bridge: Table 1-2 Supported Products HP DLT libraries and autoloaders with single-ended SCSI interfaces HP magneto-optical (MO) libraries with single-ended SCSI interfaces HP Fibre Channel hub...
  • Page 20: Choosing A Location

    Introduction Choosing a Location Choosing a Location Physical Specifications The Fibre Bridge is designed for rackmounting. The unit can be mounted in most standard 19-inch rack configurations. The physical characteristics are as follows: Table 1-3 Physical Specifications of the Fibre Bridge Height Width Depth...
  • Page 21: Fibre Channel Configurations

    Fibre Channel Configurations The Fibre Bridge is supported in a basic configuration on Digital Linear Tape (DLT) and Magneto-Optical (MO) libraries. The bridge is support in expanded configurations on DLT libraries. A basic configuration is comprised of only one Fibre Bridge (two SCSI buses available) and a host.
  • Page 22: Expanded Configuration (Dlt Libraries Only)

    Introduction Fibre Channel Configurations Expanded Configuration (DLT libraries only) Figure 1-2 and Figure 1-3 shows the Fibre Bridge in two possible expanded configurations . These configurations are supported on DLT libraries only. Figure 1-2 Sample Fibre Channel Configuration— Minimum Expansion Chapter 1...
  • Page 23: Figure 1-3. Sample Fibre Channel Configuration

    Introduction Fibre Channel Configurations Figure 1-3 Sample Fibre Channel Configuration—Maximum Expansion Chapter 1...
  • Page 24 Introduction Fibre Channel Configurations 1-10 Chapter 1...
  • Page 25 Setting Up the Fibre Bridge...
  • Page 26: Setting Up The Fibre Bridge Chapter Overview

    Setting Up the Fibre Bridge Chapter Overview Chapter Overview This chapter provides instructions on completing the following setup procedures: • Mounting the Fibre Bridge in a Rack • Installing Cables Chapter 2...
  • Page 27: Mounting The Fibre Bridge In A Rack

    Mounting the Fibre Bridge in a Rack Mounting the Fibre Bridge in a rack requires assembling L-brackets to the Fibre Bridge and then mounting the L-brackets to a rack. L-brackets allow the Fibre Bridge to be mounted in a fixed position, near the back of a rack.
  • Page 28: Assemble The L-Brackets To The Fibre Bridge

    3. Follow the same procedure for the second L-bracket. NOTE For non-HP racks, allow for cable turn: A minimum distance of 5 inches (125 mm) is required between the back of the Fibre Bridge and the backplane of the rack. When installing in racks where the mounting...
  • Page 29: Install The Fibre Bridge In The Rack

    Install the Fibre Bridge in the Rack 1. Facing the back of the rack, install a total of four clip nuts above any existing product, two into each of the rails. Install the clip nuts so that the top nut aligns with the top hole of the L-bracket and the other with the bottom hole.
  • Page 30: Installing Cables

    Setting Up the Fibre Bridge Installing Cables Installing Cables The Fibre Bridge can be used in either basic or expanded system configurations. This section provides the steps to install cables in both configurations. The following section explains overall configuration cabling. For NOTE complete installation procedures, refer to the INSTALL subdirectory on the CD-ROM shipped with the bridge.
  • Page 31: Figure 2-3. Fibre Bridge Connection, Basic Configuration (Dlt And Mo Libraries)

    3. Connect one end of the optical cable into the GBIC on the Fibre Bridge and the other end into the GBIC on the Fibre Channel HBA in the host. 4. Connect the power cord from the Fibre Bridge to an grounded outlet. 5.
  • Page 32: Fibre Bridge Connection, Expanded Configuration Example (Dlt Libraries Only)

    Setting Up the Fibre Bridge Installing Cables Fibre Bridge Connection, Expanded Configuration Example (DLT Libraries Only) 1. Properly shut down all peripheral devices that will be connected to the Fibre Bridge, including the hub(s). Check with the system administrator before turning off power to either hubs or libraries. CAUTION Failure to turn off all power could result in damage to the devices.
  • Page 33: Figure 2-4. Fibre Bridge Connection, Expanded Configuration (Minimum) (Dlt Only)

    Setting Up the Fibre Bridge Installing Cables Figure 2-4 Fibre Bridge Connection, Expanded Configuration (Minimum) (DLT Only) Chapter 2...
  • Page 34: Figure 2-5. Fibre Bridge Connection, Expanded Configuration (Maximum) (Dlt Only)

    Setting Up the Fibre Bridge Installing Cables Figure 2-5 Fibre Bridge Connection, Expanded Configuration (Maximum) (DLT Only) 2-10 Chapter 2...
  • Page 35: Optical Fibre Channel Cable Options

    Optical Fibre Channel Cable Options The Fibre Bridge uses fiber-optic cables available in the lengths listed in Figure 2-2: Table 2-2 Fiber-Optic Cable Options Product Number D6980A D6981A NOTE For additional information regarding the Fibre Channel environment, configuration, and other Fibre issues, refer to Appendix A, “Fibre Channel Overview.”...
  • Page 36 Setting Up the Fibre Bridge Installing Cables 2-12 Chapter 2...
  • Page 37 Operating the Fibre Bridge...
  • Page 38: Operating The Fibre Bridge Chapter Overview

    Operating the Fibre Bridge Chapter Overview Chapter Overview This chapter provides the following information: • Powering on the System • Changing the Default Settings • Making Configuration Changes Chapter 3...
  • Page 39: Powering On The System

    Powering on the System The HP SureStore Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge 2100 ER is configured for most Fibre Channel installations without intervention. The basic configuration uses one Fibre Bridge connected directly to a Fibre Channel Host Bus Adapter (HBA) within a host computer. In expanded configurations (DLT libraries only), the Fibre Bridge may be connected to either a Fibre Channel HBA or a Fibre Channel hub.
  • Page 40: Figure 3-1 Fibre Bridge, Back View

    Operating the Fibre Bridge Powering on the System Figure 3-1 Fibre Bridge, Back View Chapter 3...
  • Page 41: Changing The Default Settings

    Changing the Default Settings The basic Fibre Bridge configuration assumes there is only one Fibre Bridge included in the system. If this is a DLT installation and more than one Fibre bridge will be installed, or if there is another Fibre Channel device using the same address, you must change the fibre channel address, using the serial port of the Fibre Bridge.
  • Page 42: Figure 3-2 Connecting The Serial Cable

    Operating the Fibre Bridge Changing the Default Settings Figure 3-2 Connecting the Serial Cable Fibre Bridge RJ-11 connector Serial cable RJ-11 to DB9 adapter Chapter 3...
  • Page 43: Serial Port Setup

    See Table 3-1 on page 3-8 for the default configuration settings. NOTE If there is trouble communicating between the serial port and the Fibre Bridge, contact an HP service representative. Chapter 3 Operating the Fibre Bridge Changing the Default Settings...
  • Page 44 Operating the Fibre Bridge Changing the Default Settings Table 3-1 Fibre Bridge Default Configuration Settings Serial Port Fibre Channel SCSI Trace Debug Level • Baud rates: 9600, 19200, 38400, 57600, 115200 (baud rate will auto-configure). • No handshake. • No parity. •...
  • Page 45: Making Configuration Changes

    Making Configuration Changes To make configuration changes, follow these steps: 1. Start your terminal emulation application software. 2. Press the NOTE The user may need to press Bridge to recognize the serial port settings. Figure 3-3 Fibre Bridge Configuration, Main Menu 3.
  • Page 46: Figure 3-4 Fibre Bridge Configuration Menu

    Operating the Fibre Bridge Making Configuration Changes Figure 3-4 Fibre Bridge Configuration Menu 4. To initiate a change, enter the number of any item on the list. After all changes have been completed, save the changes by pressing the keyboard. To make changes take effect, restart the Fibre Bridge. CAUTION Making changes under options B or C does not change the settings in memory.
  • Page 47: Reconfigure The Fibre Channel Address

    Reconfigure the Fibre Channel Address Use the Fibre Channel Configuration menu to change from the hard address mode to the soft address mode. NOTE The Fibre Bridge default setting is hard addressing, where the address is preset to 71 (0x82). Use this procedure when an additional bridge is installed in a system or to resolve a Fibre Channel device ID conflict.
  • Page 48: Figure 3-6 Fibre Channel Addresses

    Operating the Fibre Bridge Making Configuration Changes Selecting the “Change ALPA Value (option 2 in the previous menu) produces the following list of addresses: Figure 3-6 Fibre Channel Addresses 4. Select an address by entering the number before the colon. Pressing any key, except a valid number, will display an invalid entry message.
  • Page 49: Change The Trace Settings

    Changing the trace level does not affect the Fibre Bridge’s operation, but can affect the performance. The HP service technician may require that you change one or more settings. Do not use the Trace Settings menu unless an HP service technician requests that you do so.
  • Page 50: Fibre Channel To Scsi Mapping Configuration

    Operating the Fibre Bridge Making Configuration Changes Fibre Channel to SCSI Mapping Configuration Use the Fibre Channel to SCSI Mapping Configuration menu to display the SCSI devices that are present on the Fibre Bridge. 3-14 Chapter 3...
  • Page 51 Troubleshooting Guide...
  • Page 52: Troubleshooting Guide Chapter Overview

    Troubleshooting Guide Chapter Overview Chapter Overview This chapter provides the following information: • Possible problems that a user may encounter when installing the Fibre Bridge. • Recommended procedures for analyzing and solving problems. • What to do when problems cannot be resolved using the documented approach.
  • Page 53: Troubleshooting

    This section describes potential problems and solutions. If you are unable to diagnose and solve a problem using these guidelines, contact an HP service representative or your sales representative. By using these suggested procedures, you can determine in advance some of the information that a service technician will need.
  • Page 54: Problem: Cannot Turn On The Hub (Dlt Only)

    4. If the fault indicator is illuminated, the hub is inoperable; further diagnostic procedures cannot be performed. Contact the sales representative or an HP service representative. Problem: Cannot Turn On the Fibre Bridge If the Fibre Bridge will not power on, use the following procedures to diagnose the problem: 1.
  • Page 55 2. Make sure the libraries, Fibre Bridge, and hubs (DLT only) are powered on and connected appropriately before powering on workstations. If they were not connected, powered on, and configured properly before the NT workstation was powered on, restart the workstation (and any other on the loop, one at a time) so they can re-discover the library.
  • Page 56 Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting 3. If the workstation does not display the SCSI devices under the Fibre Channel HBA in the control panel, restart the workstation and then recheck for the appearance of the library SCSI devices. 4. (If DLT) Run the tape diagnostic utility from the NT workstation to verify that the library and drives are detected and pass all self-tests.
  • Page 57 If you are in doubt about the configuration, refer to “Making Configuration Changes” on page 3-9. If this procedure fails, contact an HP service representative. 8. Verify devices: If the previous diagnostic procedure have not resulted...
  • Page 58 Troubleshooting Guide Troubleshooting Chapter 4...
  • Page 59 Fibre Channel Overview...
  • Page 60: Fibre Channel Overview Overview

    Fibre Channel Overview Overview Overview In this appendix, we will describe the following: • Defining Fibre Channel • Implementing Fibre Channel • Working With Fibre Channel • Problems with Fibre Channel Appendix A...
  • Page 61: Defining Fibre Channel

    Fibre Channel Overview Defining Fibre Channel Defining Fibre Channel This overview of Fibre Channel is intended to briefly explain the technology, its potential uses, and possible problems that a user should consider. Individuals requiring more information should consider additional publications, seminars, and Fibre Channel user groups. Fibre Channel is an information transport protocol that can be used to send information between computers and computer sub-systems.
  • Page 62: Table A-1 Fibre Channel Supported Fabric Topologies

    Fibre Channel Overview Defining Fibre Channel A fully implemented Fabric system supports over 16 million device addresses, allowing a user to send data from each device at 100 MB per second. Using fiber optic cable, Fibre Channel devices can be spaced at maximum intervals of 10 km, supporting distributed hosts in a campus environment, with centralized storage systems.
  • Page 63: Implementing Fibre Channel

    Fibre Channel Overview Implementing Fibre Channel Implementing Fibre Channel Whether designing a new system or enhancing a system that is in place, Fibre Channel offers significant speed and distance and cost advantages. Fibre Channel works with existing systems and software, with the addition of a Fibre Channel HBA;...
  • Page 64: Working With Fibre Channel

    Fibre Channel Overview Working With Fibre Channel Working With Fibre Channel Fibre Channel is a transport protocol. Differing from protocols such as SCSI, Fibre Channel does not use data manipulation commands. An addressing scheme with advance handshaking requirements verifies that data was transferred correctly. Fibre Channel specifications are divided into multi-layered, functional levels.
  • Page 65 Fibre Channel Overview Working With Fibre Channel The Fibre Channel protocol will work when devices are connected or disconnected while data is being transferred because of this additional information. Error detection and recovery at all levels of the protocol are also provided.
  • Page 66 Fibre Channel Overview Working With Fibre Channel Fibre Channel devices may use either of two modes: soft or hard addressing. Hard addressing is similar to the existing SCSI approach. Fibre Channel devices can only use the assigned address. If that address is already being used by another device, the Fibre Channel device will not respond to any bus activity.
  • Page 67: Problems With Fibre Channel

    Fibre Channel Overview Problems with Fibre Channel Problems with Fibre Channel Fibre Channel accommodates many protocols and physical interfaces. Problems result in the attempt to do many things with one solution. Awareness of the potential problems helps users create and maintain reliable systems.
  • Page 68 Fibre Channel Overview Problems with Fibre Channel Additional optical cable considerations are as follows: • Cable between two nodes must use the same core size. NOTE The limitation on mixing core sizes applies only to cable between two nodes and is only a concern when splicing or connecting optical cables directly together.
  • Page 69: Laser Power Control Systems

    Fibre Channel Overview Problems with Fibre Channel Laser Power Control Systems There are two types of systems approved for use: OFC and non-OFC. These two types of control systems can exist on the same network, but are not optically compatible and cannot be hooked up to the same optical cable.
  • Page 70 Fibre Channel Overview Problems with Fibre Channel A-12 Appendix A...
  • Page 71 Support and Customer Service...
  • Page 72: Support And Customer Service Chapter Overview

    Support and Customer Service Chapter Overview Chapter Overview This chapter contains information to help users obtain supplies and obtain support. In this section you will find the following: • Supplies and Accessories • Hewlett-Packard Customer Support Appendix B...
  • Page 73: Supplies And Accessories

    Supplies and Accessories Supplies and Accessories A full range of supplies may be ordered through a Hewlett-Packard authorized dealer, sales office, or through HP Direct. To contact HP Direct, call 1-800-227-8164. Call 1-800-752-0900 for the location of the nearest authorized Hewlett-Packard dealer.
  • Page 74: Hewlett-Packard Customer Support

    • Consult HP FIRST or QUICK FAX for faxback services. See “HP FIRST/QUICK FAX Faxback Services” on page B-5. • Consult one of the computer/modem connectivity services available, such as America Online or CompuServe.
  • Page 75: Support Pack Service Contract

    Registering allows the local repair office to prepare for the proper response level needed. HP FIRST/QUICK FAX Faxback Services QUICK FAX and HP FIRST are automated systems that fax requested product information and/or technical support documents to you. These faxback services are available 24 hours/day.
  • Page 76 Support and Customer Service Hewlett-Packard Customer Support Asia-Pacific Australia (03) 9272 2627 China (81610) 65055280 Hong Kong 800-96-7729 India +91 (0) 11 682 6031 Indonesia 6221-350-3408 Japan (3) 3335-8622 Korea (02) 769-0543 Malaysia 800-1611 New Zealand (09) 356 6642 Philippines 632-867-3551 Singapore (65) 291-7951...
  • Page 77 Europe Austria 06 60 63 86 Belgium, Dutch 0800 11906 Belgium, French 0800 17043 Denmark 800 10453 Finland 0800 13134 France 05 905900 Germany 0130 810 061 Ireland 01 662 5525 Italy 1678 59020 Netherlands 06 022 2420 Norway 800 11319 Portugal 01 441 7199 Spain...
  • Page 78: Electronic Support Services

    America To download software, firmware, Online and support documents, and to discuss issues in user forums. Hewlett-Packard Web Site Product and support information is available on the Hewlett-Packard web site www.hp.com. Description Go HPSYS Go HPSTOR Address Appendix B...
  • Page 79: Customer Care Centers

    Customer Care Centers NOTE Contact the Customer Care Center in your area for technical assistance during the warranty of your product. North and South America (includes Canada) Monday - Friday, 7 am - 5 pm MST (970) 635-1500 European Customer Care Centers Monday - Friday, 8:30 - 18:00 (C.E.T) Language or country support might not be available for all products.
  • Page 80 Philippines . +63 2 867 3551 Singapore . +65 272 5300 Taiwan . +886 2 2717 0055 Thailand . +66 2 661 4000 Elsewhere Contact your authorized HP dealer/distributor or the nearest HP sales and service office. B-10 Appendix B...
  • Page 81: Telephone Support After Warranty

    Centers” on page B-9. A per incident fee will be charged for after-warranty support. Please have a credit card, PO number, or billing number address ready. Elsewhere Contact your authorized HP dealer/distributor or the nearest HP sales and service office for after-warranty support. HP Reseller Locator Numbers (800) 752-0900...
  • Page 82 Support and Customer Service Hewlett-Packard Customer Support B-12 Appendix B...
  • Page 83 Safety and Regulatory Information...
  • Page 84: Safety And Regulatory Information Chapter Overview

    Safety and Regulatory Information Chapter Overview Chapter Overview This section contains important safety and regulatory information for the United States, Finland, Sweden, Germany, United Kingdom, European Union, and Japan. Appendix C...
  • Page 85: Cdrh Regulations (Usa Only

    Laser Class Information: A label which reads, "Class 1 Laser Product" printed in English, German, Finnish. United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984 The HP SureStore Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge is approved under Approval Number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to Public Telecommunication Systems within the United Kingdom. Appendix C...
  • Page 86 Safety and Regulatory Information Chapter Overview Appendix C...
  • Page 87: Herstellerbescheinigung

    Safety and Regulatory Information Chapter Overview Herstellerbescheinigung Diese Information steht im Zusammenhang mit den Anforderungen der Maschinenlärn information sverordnung vom 18 Januar 1991. Schalldruckpegel Lp < 70 dB(A) • am arbeitsplatz • normaler betrieb • nach ISO 7779:1988/EN 27779:1991 (Typprüfung) English Translation of German Sound Emission Directive This statement is provided to comply with the requirements of the...
  • Page 88: Turvallisuusyhteenveto

    Turvallisuusyhteenveto Laserturvallisuus LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT HP SureStore Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge - laitteeseen on asennettu optista tiedonsiirtoa varten laserlähetin, joker lähettää signaalit siihen kytketyn optisen kuidun kautta. Optisessa lähetinmoduulissa ei ole huollettavia kohteita eikä sen tehtaalla tehtyjä säätöjä tule muuttaa.
  • Page 89: English Translation Of Finland Regulatory Information

    Information Laser Safety CLASS 1 LASER DEVICE HP SureStore Fibre Channel SCSI Bridge has a laser transmitter module installed for optical data transmission. Optical fibre connected to the module is used for data transmission. Under normal operating conditions the transmitter is a safe Class 1 laser device for the user and the user cannot be exposed to the laser radiation it generates.
  • Page 90: Japanese Vcci Statement

    Safety and Regulatory Information Chapter Overview Japanese VCCI Statement This equipment is in the Class A category information technology equipment based on the rules of Voluntary Control Council For Interference by Information Technology Equipment (VCCI). When used in a residential area, radio interference may be caused. In this case, user may be required to take appropriate corrective actions.
  • Page 91: Glossary

    Glossary ANSI An acronym for the American National Standards Institute, the coordinating organization for voluntary standards in the United States. Arbitrated loop topology Fibre Channel topology that provides a low-cost solution to attach multiple communicating ports in a loop without switches. Asynchronous SCSI signals are transmitted one at a time down the SCSI communication path.
  • Page 92 Glossary Fibre Channel A switched protocol that allows concurrent communication among workstations, supercomputers, mainframes, data storage devices, and other periperals. Fibre Channel is capable of transmitting at rates exceeding one gigabit per second in both directions simultaneously. GBIC An acronym for the Gigabit Interface Converter.
  • Page 93 Glossary Narrow SCSI A SCSI implementation that utilizes a 50- pin cable; can be single-ended or differential. Non-OFC An acronym for Non Open-Ended Fibre Control. This approach does not drop the laser power when a cable link is dropped. Non-OFC uses a lower power laser than an OFC system.
  • Page 94 Glossary Topology The logical and/or physical arrangement of stations on a network. TCP/IP Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol. Wide SCSI A SCSI implementation that utilizes a 68- pin cable; can be single-ended or differential. Glos-4 Glossary...
  • Page 95 Index ANSI Glossary1 Arbitrated loop topology Glossary1 Asynchronous Glossary1 Basic Configuration 1-7, 2-6 Cable installation 2-6–2-11 CDB Glossary1 Changing the Default Settings 3-5–3-8 Changing the Trace Settings 3-13 Configuration Basic 1-7, 2-6 Expanded 1-8, 2-8 Making Changes 3-9 Connecting the Serial Cable 3-5 conventions typographical v CRC Glossary1...

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