Download Compaq StorageWorks 2/24 - Edge Switch User`s guide

Contents
About This Guide
Text Conventions ................................................................................................. vii
Symbols in Text ................................................................................................... vii
Symbols on Equipment ........................................................................................ viii
Rack Stability........................................................................................................ ix
Getting Help.......................................................................................................... ix
Compaq Technical Support ............................................................................. ix
Compaq Website ............................................................................................. x
Compaq Authorized Reseller ........................................................................... x
Chapter 1
Introduction
Introduction to the Fibre Channel Storage Switch................................................. 1-1
Fibre Channel Switch Features...................................................................... 1-2
Performance ................................................................................................. 1-6
Manageability............................................................................................... 1-6
Modularity.................................................................................................... 1-6
Reliability..................................................................................................... 1-7
Serviceability................................................................................................ 1-7
System Components ............................................................................................ 1-8
Switching Function....................................................................................... 1-8
Embedded Port ............................................................................................. 1-8
System Firmware.......................................................................................... 1-9
Interface Cards .................................................................................................... 1-9
Dual Channel G_Port Interface Card ...........................................................1-10
Dual Channel FL_Port Interface Card ......................................................... 1-11
SWL Fiber-Optic GBIC Module ................................................................. 1-11