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connected by a fabric switch. Also, you must specify FC-AL or point-to-point in the "Mode" field of

the Change Port Mode pane. The default is FC-AL.

If you are using a fabric switch, consult the switch's documentation to determine whether FC-AL or

point-to-point should be used. Some fabric switches require that you specify point-to-point to get the

system running.

For detailed topology information, refer to the HP StorageWorks SAN Design Reference Guide at:

http://www.hp.com/go/sandesign.

Figure 2 Arbitrated loop fabric topology example

Table 2 Fabric topology settings

Fabric parameter

OFF

Installing and configuring the host

This section explains how to install and configure Fibre Channel adapters (FCAs) that connect the

host to the disk array.

Follow the manufacturer's instructions to load the operating system and software onto the host. Load

all OS patches and configuration utilities supported by HP and the FCA manufacturer.

Install and configure the Fibre Channel adapters using the FCA manufacturer's instructions.

NetWare 6.x

Installing and configuring Novell Netware for the XP disk array

Connection parameter

FC-AL

Point-to-point

Provides

Not supported

NL-port (private arbitrated loop)

Not supported