Brocade

A Brocade product that runs on Fabric OS and allows partitioning of the fabric

ZoningTM

into logical groupings of devices. Devices in a zone can only access and be

 

accessed by devices in the same zone. See also Zone.

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

Cascade

Two or more interconnected fibre channel switches. SilkWorm 2000 switches can

 

be cascaded up to 239 switches, with a recommended maximum of seven

 

interswitch links (no path longer than eight switches). 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.

Class 1

Service that provides a dedicated connection between two ports (also called

 

connection-oriented service), with notification of delivery or nondelivery.

Class 2

Service that provides multiplex and connectionless frame switching service

 

between two ports, with notification of delivery or nondelivery.

Class 3

Service that provides a connectionless frame switching service between two ports,

 

without notification of delivery or nondelivery of data. Can also be used to

 

provide a multicast connection between the originator and recipients, with

 

notification of delivery or nondelivery.

Class F

Class of

Service

Comma

Community (SNMP)

Connectionless service for control traffic between switches, with notification of delivery or nondelivery of data between the E_Ports.

A specified set of delivery characteristics and attributes for frame delivery.

A unique pattern (either 1100000 or 0011111) used in 8B/10B encoding to specify character alignment within a data stream. See also K28.5.

A relationship between a group of SNMP managers and an SNMP agent, in which authentication, access control, and proxy characteristics are defined. See also SNMP.

CRC

Cyclic Redundancy Check; a check for transmission errors included in every data

 

frame.

Credit

As applies to fibre channel, the number of receive buffers available for

 

transmission of frames between ports. See also BB_Credit, EE_Credit.

Cut-through

A switching technique that allows the route for a frame to be selected as soon as

 

the destination address is received. See also Route.

Data Word

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

 

field, and CRC all consist of data words. See also Frame, Ordered set,

 

Transmission Word.

Defined Zone Configuration

Disparity

The set of all zone objects defined in the fabric. May include multiple zone configurations. See also Enabled Configuration, Zone Configuration.

The relationship of ones and zeros in an encoded character. “Neutral disparity” means an equal number of each, “positive disparity” means a majority of ones, and “negative disparity” means a majority of zeros.

DLS

Dynamic Load Sharing; dynamic distribution of traffic over available paths.

 

Allows for recomputing of routes when an Fx_Port or E_Port changes status.

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Brocade Fabric Watch specifications

Finisar Brocade Fabric Watch is an advanced network management solution designed to simplify the monitoring and administration of storage networks. Its primary goal is to enhance the performance and reliability of data center operations by providing comprehensive visualization and management capabilities.

One of the standout features of Fabric Watch is its ability to deliver real-time monitoring of the health and performance of network devices. This is critical for organizations that require constant uptime and high availability for their storage systems. Fabric Watch continuously assesses the status of switches, routers, and other devices within the fabric, enabling administrators to quickly identify potential issues before they escalate into problems that could disrupt operations.

The technology behind Fabric Watch encompasses various innovative aspects that enhance its functionality. For instance, the solution uses advanced analytics to assess historical performance trends, allowing IT teams to predict potential bottlenecks and optimize resource allocation effectively. This predictive capability not only improves operational efficiency but also reduces the risk of downtime, ensuring that organizations can maintain consistent access to critical data.

Furthermore, Fabric Watch supports a range of protocols and standards, making it compatible with various environments and configurations. This flexibility is crucial for companies that have heterogeneous systems and diverse technology stacks. As a result, organizations can deploy Fabric Watch across different platforms, ensuring a unified approach to network management.

Another notable characteristic of Fabric Watch is its intuitive user interface, which makes it user-friendly for administrators of varying skill levels. The dashboard presents a centralized view of the entire storage network, complete with graphical representations of performance metrics, alerts, and health statuses. This visual approach facilitates rapid decision-making, allowing teams to address issues quickly and maintain optimal performance.

In addition, Fabric Watch integrates seamlessly with existing data center management tools and workflows, providing a holistic view of the infrastructure. This integration capability supports broader initiatives around automation and orchestration, enabling organizations to create more streamlined and efficient operational processes.

In summary, Finisar Brocade Fabric Watch stands out as a robust solution for managing and monitoring storage networks. Its real-time monitoring, predictive analytics, compatibility across platforms, and user-friendly interface make it an essential tool for IT teams seeking to enhance performance and reliability in today’s demanding data environments. By employing Fabric Watch, organizations can better navigate the complexities of their storage networks, ensuring they remain agile and responsive to business needs.
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