Glossary
This glossary defines terms used in this guide or related to this product. It is not a comprehensive
glossary of computer terms.
A
alias server
A fabric software facility that supports multicast group management.
API
Application programming interface. A defined protocol that allows applications to interface with a set
of services.
AW_TOV
Arbitration wait time-out value. The minimum time an arbitrating L_Port waits for a response before
beginning loop initialization.
B
backup FCS switch
Backup fabric configuration server switch. The switch or switches assigned as backup in case the
primary FCS switch fails.
bandwidth
The total transmission capacity of a cable, link, or system. Usually measured in bits per second (bps).
May also refer to the range of transmission frequencies available to a link or system.
broadcast
The transmission of data from a single source to all devices in the fabric, regardless of zoning.
buffer-to-buffer flow control
Management of the frame transmission rate in either a point-to-point topology or an arbitrated loop.
See also
on page 44 and
C
CLI
Command line interface. Interface that depends entirely on the use of commands, such as through
SSH or SNMP, and does not involve a GUI.
compact flash
Flash (temporary) memory that is used in a manner similar to hard disk storage. It is connected to a
bridging component that connects to the PCI bus of the processor. Not visible within the processor's
memory space.
configuration
The way a system is set up. May refer to hardware or software:
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