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? -- Per Jessen, Zürich (18.6°C) -- To unsubscribe, e-mail: opensuse+unsubscribe@opensuse.org To contact the owner, e-mail: opensuse+owner@opensuse.org