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B – Command Line Interface

Set Config Command

 

 

 

 

switch

Initiates an editing session in which to change switch configuration settings. The system displays each parameter one line at a time and prompts you for a value. For each parameter, enter a new value or press the Enter key to accept the current value shown in brackets.

Table B-8. Set Config Switch Parameters

Parameter

Description

 

 

AdminState

Switch administrative state: online,

 

offline, or diagnostics

BroadcastEnable

Enables (True) or disables (False)

 

forwarding of broadcast frames.

InbandEnabled

Enables (True) or disables (False) the

 

ability to manage the switch over an

 

ISL.

DefaultDomainID

Default domain ID setting

DomainIDLock

Prevents (True) or allows (False)

 

dynamic reassignment of the

 

domain ID.

SymbolicName

Descriptive name

R_T_TOV

Receiver Transmitter Timeout Value.

 

Specifies the number of milliseconds a

 

port is to wait to receive a response

 

from another port. The default is 100.

R_A_TOV

Resource Allocation Timeout Value.

 

The number of milliseconds the switch

 

waits to allow two ports to allocate

 

enough resources to establish a link.

 

The default is 10000.

E_D_TOV

Error Detect Timeout Value. The

 

number of milliseconds a port is to wait

 

for errors to clear. The default is 2000.

FS_TOV

Fabric Stability Timeout Value. The

 

default is 5000 msec.

DS_TOV

Distributed Services Timeout Value

 

(Management Server, Name Server).

 

The default is 5000 msec.

 

 

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Q-Logic 59021-05 manual Table B-8. Set Config Switch Parameters, Isl

59021-05 specifications

The Q-Logic 59021-05 is a sophisticated Fibre Channel adapter designed to provide high-performance connectivity in storage area networks (SANs). This model is part of Q-Logic’s family of advanced host bus adapters (HBAs), which are engineered to deliver exceptional speed and reliability for data-intensive applications.

One of the standout features of the Q-Logic 59021-05 is its support for Fibre Channel standards up to 8 Gbps. This capability ensures that the adapter can handle large volumes of data transfer with ease, making it ideal for enterprise environments where performance is critical. The high bandwidth provided by the 8 Gbps interface significantly enhances data throughput, reducing latency and improving overall system responsiveness.

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In terms of compatibility, the Q-Logic 59021-05 is designed to work seamlessly with various operating systems and virtualization platforms. This versatility allows it to integrate effortlessly within diverse IT environments, providing flexibility for data center managers. The adapter supports both Windows and Linux operating systems, as well as various hypervisors, enabling organizations to leverage existing infrastructure without needing extensive reconfigurations.

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The card also supports multiple protocols, including FCoE (Fibre Channel over Ethernet), which extends the capabilities of traditional Fibre Channel networks. This feature enables organisations to create converged networks, ultimately simplifying their infrastructure and reducing costs associated with maintaining separate networks for storage and data traffic.

User-friendly management tools are another highlight of the Q-Logic 59021-05. These tools facilitate the monitoring and management of the adapter, ensuring that network administrators can promptly address any issues that may arise. With an easy-to-use interface and detailed diagnostics capabilities, the management software significantly enhances the overall user experience.

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