HP 5697-7483 manual Glossary

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Glossary

This glossary defines terms used in this guide or related to this product. It is not a comprehensive glossary of computer terms.

AL_PA

Arbitrated loop physical address. A unique 8-bit value assigned during loop

 

initialization to a port in an arbitrated loop. See also ???.

alias server

A fabric software facility that supports multicast group management.

API

Application programming interface. A defined protocol that allows applications

 

to interface with a set of services.

arbitrated loop

A shared 100 Mb/s Fibre Channel transport structured as a loop. Supports up

 

to 126 devices and one fabric attachment. See also ???, ???.

AW_TOV

Arbitration wait time-out value. The minimum time an arbitrating L_Port waits

 

for a response before beginning loop initialization.

backup FCS switch

Backup fabric configuration server switch. The switch or switches assigned as

 

backup in case the primary FCS switch fails.

bandwidth

The total transmission capacity of a cable, link, or system. Usually measured in

 

bits per second (b/s). May also refer to the range of transmission frequencies

 

available to a link or system.

broadcast

The transmission of data from a single source to all devices in the fabric,

 

regardless of zoning.

buffer-to-buffer

Management of the frame transmission rate in either a point-to-point topology or

flow control

an arbitrated loop. See also ???, ???, ???.

CLI

Command line interface. Interface that depends entirely on the use of

 

commands, such as through Telnet or SNMP, and does not involve a GUI.

compact flash

Flash (temporary) memory that is used in a manner similar to hard disk storage.

 

It is connected to a bridging component that connects to the PCI bus of the

 

processor. Not visible within the processor's memory space.

configuration The way a system is set up. May refer to hardware or software:

•Hardware: The number, type, and arrangement of components that make up a system or network.

•Software: The set of parameters that guide switch operation. May include general system parameters, IP address information, domain ID, and other information. Modifiable by any login with administrative privileges. May also refer to a set of zones.

CRC

Cyclic redundancy check. A check for transmission errors that is included

 

in every data frame.

data word

A type of transmission word that occurs within frames. The frame header, data

 

field, and CRC all consist of data words.

defined zone

The set of all zone objects defined in the fabric. May include multiple zone

configuration

configurations. See also ???, ???.

directory service

See ???.

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Contents Brocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class Page Contents Regulatory compliance and safety Managing the 8Gb SAN SwitchSAN Switch technical specifications Electrostatic dischargeIndex Figures Tables Page About this guide SAN Switch related documentationIntended audience HP BladeSystem c-Class related documentationHP contact information Document conventions and symbolsDocument conventions Convention ElementOther HP websites Subscription serviceDocumentation feedback TIPAbout this guide Overview 8Gb SAN Switch featuresItem number Description Component identificationInternal ports summary 8Gb SAN Switch redundancy8Gb SAN Switch licensing Supported optional software ISL trunking groupsOptional software kits Option Part numberThrough lists the only supported SFPs Supported SFP transceiver optionsOptional Long Wave 4Gb SFPs Distance OM2 Cable OM3 CableOverview Shipping carton contents SetupInstall the 8Gb SAN Switch Installation and safety considerationsInstalling multiple switches Electrical considerationsScale 2/3 = Check LEDs OA power verificationUsing Enclosure Bay IP Addressing Ebipa Set the switch Ethernet IP addressSetting the IP address manually Using external DhcpItems required for configuration Configure the 8Gb SAN SwitchConnect to the Command Line Interface Verifying installed licenses Setting the date and timeEnter a unique domain ID. For example Disabling and enabling a switchModifying the FC domain ID optional Disabling and enabling a port Using Dynamic Ports On Demand DpodDpod commands Verifying the configuration Example for Brocade 8/12 SAN SwitchBacking up the configuration Enter fabricshow to get general information about the fabricManagement features Managing the 8Gb SAN Switch8Gb SAN Switch management features Management tool Out-of-band support In-band supportInstalling dust covers in empty ports Maintaining the 8Gb SAN SwitchConnecting with a management station Replacing an SFP transceiverOrient the SFP with the appropriate port. See and Table Powering on and offDiagnostic tests Item Number Description LED indicators LED indicatorsInterpreting LED activity LED patternsPort link status LED patterns Module status LED patternsModule Status LED patterns during normal operation Port link status LED patternsInterpreting Post results Post and boot specificationsBoot About the reset button Firmware updateRebooting the switch Replacing a faulty 8Gb SAN SwitchBrocade 8Gb SAN Switch for HP BladeSystem c-Class Managing the 8Gb SAN Switch Regulatory compliance Regulatory compliance and safetyRegulatory compliance identification numbers Laser device complianceCanadian notice avis Canadien International notices and statementsEuropean union regulatory notice Bsmi notice Japanese notice Battery replacement notice SafetyTaiwan battery recycling notice Korean noticeJapanese power cord statement Power cordsRegulatory compliance and safety Electrostatic discharge How to prevent electrostatic dischargeGrounding methods This appendix provides the following informationElectrostatic discharge General specifications SAN Switch technical specificationsGeneral specifications Specification Description 8Gb SAN Switch physical dimensions Weight and physical dimensions Environmental requirements Environmental requirementsSupported HBAs Supported SFPsSAN Switch technical specifications Glossary DLS FCS switch Fibre Channel fill wordDomain ID EdtovFRU FlogiFSP FspfLmtov LIPLpsm LWLRatov PlogiRAID RrtovSAN RscnSdram SnmpFabric has a distinct WWN WWNGlossary ISL IndexTrunking groups LEDTransceiver, 13, 14, 25, 33, 35
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