NL_Port
Node loop port. A node port that has arbitrated loop capabilities. Used to connect an equipment port
to the fabric in a loop configuration through an FL_Port.
See also
on page 44.
node
An FC device that contains an N_Port or NL_Port.
non-participating mode
A mode in which an L_Port in a loop is inactive and cannot arbitrate or send frames, but can
retransmit any received transmissions. This mode is entered if there are more than 127 devices in a
loop and an AL_PA cannot be acquired.
Nx_Port
A node port that can operate as an N_Port or NL_Port.
P
packet
A set of information transmitted across a network.
path selection
The selection of a transmission path through the fabric. HPE switches use the FSPF protocol for
transmission path selection.
PLOGI
Port login. The port-to-port login process by which initiators establish sessions with targets.
See also
on page 42.
point-to-point
An FC topology that employs direct links between each pair of communicating entities.
See also
on page 39.
port cage
The metal casing extending out of the FC port on the switch and into which a SFP transceiver can be
inserted.
Port_Name
The unique identifier assigned to an FC port. It is communicated during login and port discovery.
POST
Power-on self-test. A series of diagnostic tests run by a switch after it is powered on.
primary FCS switch
Primary Fabric Configuration Server switch. The switch that actively manages the configuration and
security parameters for all switches in the fabric.
Q
quad
A group of four adjacent ports that share a common pool of frame buffers.
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