On Monday 2020-02-24 14:49, Per Jessen wrote:
Date: Mon, 24 Feb 2020 14:49:33 From: Per Jessen <per@computer.org> To: opensuse@opensuse.org Subject: Re: [opensuse] switched fabric using qla2xxx pci card (fwd)
Paul Neuwirth wrote:
We moved away from fibre a long time ago (it wasn't cost effective for our needs), but at the time we were using Qlogic HBAs and HP switches to connect to HP storage arrays and Storagetek tape drives. I don't recall having to use any proprietary drivers.
ISTR something about licenses for the fibre switch, as well as proprietary firmware for the storage arrays.
Sounds promising. And yes there are different licenses for the switch, which enable 4/8 or 16 ports of device. This device has an active licenses for all 16 ports.
Overall I don't recall having any particular problems or difficulties. The configuration of the storage arrays was a little exotic, and we didn't have to touch the switches very much. AFAIR, the devices configured on the arrays would simply appear as regular scsi devices. Yes, the switches were also re-badged Brocades.
Good luck with the project, I guess 2nd hand 4Gb fibre equipment is quite affordable now?
The switch and the disk array where both between USD 100 and 150. Those Controllers no more than 20 each. -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe@opensuse.org To contact the owner, e-mail: opensuse+owner@opensuse.org