Emulex 355 manual Features, Inspeed Technology

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EMULEX MODEL 355 SAN STORAGE SWITCH

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION

USER’S GUIDE

FEATURES

The Emulex Model 355 SAN Storage Switch has the following features:

•High Performance Fibre Channel Switching:

•Wire speed non-blocking Crossbar switch core

•Single 12-port InSpeed SOC 320 ASIC with embedded SERDES

•Multiple simultaneous conversations between ports

•Traffic routed directly to destination ports

•2 Gb/s or 1 Gb/s performance across all ports

•Aggregate bandwidth of 48 Gb/s

•Supports cascades up to 3 switches and up to 126 host and storage devices

•No complex fabric services or buffers

•Effortlessly connects to any vendor’s fabric

•Patent-pending technology:

•Fairness and Prioritization–ensures that devices all have guaranteed access, or explic- itly have prioritized access, over all other devices in a system.

•Stealth™ Intelligent Change Manager–delivers maximum stability through automatic elimination of state and change notification system disruptions and unprecedented con- trol of disruptive events.

•Automatic Trunking–enables fully-multiplied throughput and bandwidth, failover pathing, and dynamic load balancing and device prioritization.

•Advanced diagnostics, performance monitoring, and fault isolation including continuous switch and port monitoring and automatic bypass of problematic or unused ports.

•Port Smart Settings, which are predefined port-level configurations that optimize switch performance and stability.

•One-Step Zoning, including overlapping/non-overlapping zones with port or AL_PA-based zoning.

•Switch management using the embedded http-based Web server, Command Line Interface (CLI), or Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP).

•Half-rack, 1U size for easy installation (optional 19" rack-mounting kits available).

•Fibre Channel ANSI Standards Compliance

INSPEED™ TECHNOLOGY

InSpeed technology is an advanced switching architecture that couples a non-blocking crossbar switch with a unique switch port logic and per-port SERDES. This results in the industry’s highest density Fibre Channel switch on a chip (SOC). The port logic is based on Fibre Channel-Arbitrated Loop (FC-AL), an ANSI standard (X3T11) designed to provide shared bandwidth over low-cost media.

This architecture enables the switch’s router to send data directly from one port to another, allowing for multiple, simultaneous conversations between ports—effectively multiplying bandwidth. InSpeed provides the same performance as complex fabric switches that support FC-SW2. InSpeed™ can even exceed fabric switch performance in entry-level SAN environments, where the overhead associated with longer name addressing and services is not beneficial.

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Contents Model ART N Umber 00041407-002 R EV. B Table of Contents Overview Chapter IntroductionInspeed Technology FeaturesTo unpack the switch Installation PreparationSwitch Installation Rack InstallationSwitch can be installed in a rack or placed on a desktop To install the switches in the trayUL Guidelines for Mounting Equipment in a Rack Desktop InstallationTo place the switch on a desktop Ethernet LEDs indicate the network connection status Switch LedsEthernet LEDs System LEDs SFP Status Port Bypassed Port LEDsAttaching a Device to the Switch Installing an SFPRemoving an SFP SFP CompatibilityTo boot the switch and SAN Booting the Switch and SANChapter Switch Management To connect through a serial interface Configuring the Network InterfaceGetting Started Command Button Description Submit Connecting to the Web ManagerCancel Web Manager OverviewLogin/Logout Command Button Description RebootDocumentation RefreshLog in to the Switch Initial Switch SetupChange the Password To log in to the switchTo view the current date and time Click Switch Date & Time Change the Switch NameTo set the date and time settings To change the switch name Click Switch ConfigurationFrequent Switch Configuration Tasks Managing the SwitchConfiguring the Switch Settings Logging in to the SwitchTo change a switch setting To reset the switchNetwork Location General Switch SettingsSwitch Identification To change the switch speed Click Switch Configuration Switch SpeedVersion Information Blocking ARBTo configure an Snmp trap Setting Snmp TrapsTo synchronize time with the host system Click Host Time Configuring Date and Time SettingsTo change the time Click Switch Date & Time Opening a Telnet Session Changing the PasswordSwitch Password page appears To change switch thresholds or time intervals Adjusting the Switch ThresholdsSwitch Thresholds page appears Port Smart Settings page appears Configuring the Port Smart SettingsTo view the Port Smart Settings Click Port Smart Settings Default Smart Settings To assign a Smart Setting to one or more ports Creating Custom Smart SettingsTo set all ports to the currently selected Smart Setting To create a custom Smart SettingTo modify a custom Smart Setting Smart Setting AssignmentsTo rename a custom Smart Setting To delete a custom Smart SettingPort Information Pre-Insertion TestingFollowing settings are available Change Notifications Setting Description Stealth Intelligent ChangeManager Change Notification onPort Recovery Diagnostics Managing Firmware and Configuration FilesSetting Description Port Control Bypass on Clock DeltaSwitch Configuration Files Switch Firmware FilesOne-Step Zoning Restoring the Factory Default SettingsTo restore the factory default configuration To activate zoning To add ports to a zoneTo remove a port from a zone To remove all ports from a zone13 Devices in a Single Zone Single-Switch ZoningTo add storage devices to multiple zones Adding Devices to Multiple Zones17 Devices in Multiple Zones Across Multiple Switches Multiple Switch ZoningAlpa Zoning Recovering a Bad Zone AutomaticallyTo set up Hard Zoning Connecting Ports Through Hard ZoningTree Cascades Cascading SwitchesString Cascades 22 Automatic Trunking example Automatic Trunking23 Advanced Functions Automatic Trunking Load BalancingFairness and Prioritization Load IndicatorsTo change the load balancing settings Monitoring the Switch Viewing Switch StatusSwitch Information Current status is provided for the following itemsPort Color Indication Green Port Utilization and HealthYellow RedViewing the Event Log To view the event log Click Switch Event LogEvent Log Messages page appears Last time the event log was polled appears at the topPort Information page appears Viewing Port InformationTo view port information Click Port Information Port Utilization page appears Viewing Port UtilizationValue Description High AveragePort Diagnostics page appears Viewing Port DiagnosticsTo reset a port Click Advanced Functions Diagnostics Port To save diagnostic informationManual Port Operation To clear the countersViewing Ordered Sets Detection Indication F7 Initialization CRC ErrorChange Notification UnknownTroubleshooting Device Connections Port Bypass Conditions and Recovery Troubleshooting Management ConnectionsDefault Smart Setting Attributes Fibre Channel References Appendixes Operating Conditions Switch SpecificationsLogging in and OUT Connecting to the CLITo connect through a network interface To log in to the CLIFrequent Switch Configuration Tasks Using the CLICLI Commands Event Event Message Severity Severity Description LevelPort Ptbi failed due to timeout Error during Port DiscInterswitch link added/removed LIP Cycle TimeoutHex Decimal Arbitrated Loop Physical AddressesPhysical Address Alpa or Arbitrated LoopArbitration Current Fill WordIndex SFP Part Number 00041407-002 REV. B
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355 specifications

The Emulex 355 is a high-performance network interface card (NIC) designed specifically for data centers requiring advanced connectivity, reliability, and speed. With the rapid evolution of data transmission technology, the Emulex 355 stands out due to its robust features and capabilities that cater to the demands of modern IT infrastructures.

One of the key features of the Emulex 355 is its support for 10 Gigabit Ethernet, which allows for significantly faster data transfer rates compared to standard Gigabit connections. This increased bandwidth is essential for handling large volumes of data traffic, particularly in virtualized environments and cloud computing applications. Its high throughput ensures that data can be transmitted rapidly across networks, minimizing latency and improving overall performance.

The Emulex 355 employs advanced technologies such as iSCSI Offload and FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet), which help enhance data processing efficiency. These technologies allow the card to offload processing tasks from the host system's CPU, reducing the load on server resources and optimizing performance. The result is a more efficient system that can handle more concurrent connections and processes without being overwhelmed.

In addition to speed and efficiency, reliability is paramount in data center operations. The Emulex 355 includes features like error detection and correction, ensuring data integrity during transmission. Built-in redundancy and failover capabilities safeguard against potential network disruptions, allowing for continuous availability of services—a crucial aspect in mission-critical environments.

The Emulex 355 also offers support for various robust networking protocols, enabling seamless integration into existing network infrastructures. Its compatibility with multiple operating systems and virtualization platforms, such as VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, further enhances its versatility.

Another notable characteristic of the Emulex 355 is its energy-efficient design. It is optimized for lower power consumption without sacrificing performance, aligning with contemporary efforts to reduce the carbon footprint in data centers.

In conclusion, the Emulex 355 NIC is a powerful solution equipped with features that address the complex demands of modern data centers. Its combination of speed, reliability, and efficiency, along with advanced technologies, makes it a preferred choice for organizations looking to enhance their network capabilities and ensure smooth, uninterrupted operations.
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