Fibre Channel Protocols


There are three protocols used with Fibre Channel networking:

  • Point-to-Point protocol is used when connecting storage directly to the host. Only two devices are involved.

  • Arbitrated loop protocol works as a "party line" for all of the entities on the network. Regardless of the number of connected devices, only two devices can communicate at any one moment. An 8-bit addressing system is used to route data from one entity to another.

  • Fabric switches are similar to Ethernet switches, in that multiple communications can be occurring on the switchas many as are needed at any given moment. A 24-bit addressing system is used to route data from one entity to another.



Apple Pro Training Series. Xsan Quick-Reference Guide
Apple Pro Training Series: Xsan Quick-Reference Guide (2nd Edition)
ISBN: 0321432320
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2004
Pages: 120

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