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Glossary

AW_TOV

Arbitration Wait Time-out Value; the minimum time an arbitrating L_Port waits for a response before beginning loop initialization.

Bandwidth

The total transmission capacity of a cable, link, or system. Usually measured in bps (bits per second). May also refer to the range of transmission frequencies available to a network. See also Throughput.

BB_Credit

Buffer-to-buffer credit; the number of frames that can be transmitted to a directly connected recipient or within an arbitrated loop. Determined by the number of receive buffers available.

BER

Bit Error Rate; the rate at which bits are expected to be received in error. Expressed as the ratio of error bits to total bits transmitted. See also Error.

Block

As applies to Fibre Channel, upper-level application data that is transferred in a single sequence.

Bridge

Hardware that connects incompatible networks by providing translation for both hardware and software. For example, an ATM gateway can connect a Fibre Channel link to an ATM connection.

Broadcast

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

Buffer-to-buffer Flow Control

Management of the frame transmission rate in either a point-to-point topology or in an arbitrated loop. See also BB_Credit.

Cascade

Two or more interconnected Fibre Channel switches. The recommended number of interswitch links is seven. See also Fabric, ISL.

Chassis

The metal frame in which the switch and switch components are mounted.

Circuit

An established communication path between two ports. Consists of two virtual circuits capable of transmitting in opposite directions. See also Link.

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Contents Hp StorageWorks SAN switch 2/8 Page Contents Contents Regulatory Compliance Notices Technical Specifications Electrostatic DischargeTables Contents Contents About this Guide Overview Intended AudienceRelated Documentation Text Symbols ConventionsDocument Conventions Equipment Symbols About this Guide Rack Stability Rack stability protects personal and equipmentGetting Help HP Technical SupportHP Storage Website HP Authorized Reseller Overview1 SAN Switch 2/8 Features FirmwareHardware SFP Media Side Fan Side Accessory Part Number Optional Hardware KitsOverview Installing SAN Switch 2/8 Check the License Installed Four Switch Limitation ErrorsFour Switch Limitation CLI Error Messages Violation Timer Errors Four Switch Limitation Workarounds Unpack and Verify Carton Contents Number Description Installation and Safety Guidelines Selecting an Operating LocationCooling Requirements Power Requirements Installing the Switch as a Stand-alone Unit Installing the Fixed Rail Kit Attaching the Fixed Rack Mount Kit rails to the switch Connecting the power cord Optional HP System/e Rack Items Required for the HP System/e RackInstalling the SAN Switch 2/8 Installing the Switch in the Optional HP System/e Rack Installing the rear rail tray brackets Installing the tinnerman clips Installing the rubber washers Assembling the outer rails Assembling the inner rails Installing the switch into an HP Rack Securing the switch Power On Self-Test Configuring SAN Switch 2/8 Network Addressing Setting Network Addresses via a Serial ConnectionRequirements Connecting the Serial cable To configure port settings in a Unix environment, type Connecting the SAN Switch 2/8 to the LAN Connecting the Ethernet cableImportant Information on Setting the Core PID Format How to Check the Current Core PID SettingHow to Change the Core PID Format Modifying Domain IDs Specifying Custom Status Policies Connecting a Cable to an SFP Module Verifying Operation Inserting a cable into an SFPInstalling Multiple Switches into an Existing SAN Cascading Switches Managing SAN Switch 2/8 Interpreting LED Activity Front Panel LEDsLED Port Speed Ethernet Link Rear Panel LED Management Overview Displaying the Optional Feature Licenses Enabling Licensed FeaturesRunning Basic Switch Operations Using Telnet Logging into the SAN Switch 2/8Changing the Admin Password and User ID Configuring the IP and Fibre Channel Address Setting the Switch Date and Time Displaying Devices within the FabricChecking the Firmware Version SAN Switch 2/8 Diagnostic Tests Displaying Switch Configuration SettingsInterpreting Post Results Diagnostic Tests Managing the SAN Switch 2/8 Saving Configuration Settings Upgrading Firmware Backing Up System Configuration Settings Restoring the System Configuration Settings FastBootUpgrading or Restoring the Switch Firmware Downloading Firmware from the HP WebsiteRegulatory Compliance Notices FCC EMC Statement USASpécification ATI Classe a France EMC Statement CanadaEMC Statement European Union Germany Noise DeclarationRegulatory Compliance Notices Laser Safety Certification and Classification InformationBattery Replacement Notice Regulatory Compliance Notices Electrostatic Discharge Grounding Methods Technical Specifications Dimensions Power Supply SpecificationsMemory Specifications Environmental RequirementsSerial Port Specifications PINAsic AlpaAPI ATMAwtov BERCRC DLSEdtov FC-AL-3 FC-FLAFlogi FciaFCP FsaccHBA ISLLIP MIBNAA Plogi Post RatovRxid RrtovRscn SANTarget SwitchTranslative Mode TenancyULP UDPUlptov WWNIndex Network addressing Hp StorageWorks SAN Switch 2/8 Installation Guide 103 104