Special Edition Using Storage Area Networks

by NIIT, NIIT; Arunkundram, Rajiv Shankar; Sachdev, Pooja; P, Karapagam

• ISBN13: 9780789725745
• ISBN10: 0789725746
• Edition: Limited
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2002-01-01
• Publisher: Que Pub

Summary

Special Edition Using Storage Area Networks opens with an overview of the need for data storage in an enterprise environment, the different types of data storage devices, and existing data storage techniques. The authors build on that foundation with an exploration of the evolution of SAN, the various networking models and data-centric applications, a chapter dedicated to fiber channel, and practical solutions for centralized, heterogeneous, and high-speed data storage challenges. The second half delves into more practical applications of the SAN: designing, implementing, managing, and troubleshooting a SAN. It provides solutions for alternative SAN vendors, comparing SAN schemes for competitive products. The last chapter explores how SAN fits into the current Web scenario, and VI Architecture as a new system of cluster communications.

Table of Contents

Introduction
I Basics of Networking and Data Storage
The Evolution of Storage Area Networks	7	(24)
Externalizing Storage Using Storage Area Networks	31	(32)
II Storage Area Networks and Their Components
Storage Area Network Interfaces	63	(24)
Storage Area Network Interconnects	87	(22)
Fibre Channel	109	(24)
Storage Area Network Fabrics	133	(26)
III Designing, Managing, and Implementing Storage Area Networks
Designing Storage Area Networks	159	(32)
Implementing Storage Area Networks	191	(48)
Managing Storage Area Networks	239	(24)
The Future of Storage Area Networks	263	(68)
IV Appendixes
A An Advanced Stury of Virtual Interfaces	287	(12)
B An Introduction to Available SAN Products	299	(10)
C Frequently Asked Questions	309	(8)
D Glossary	317	(14)
Index	331