Object Type: FC Switch#
The FC Switch object type documents Fibre Channel switches used in Storage Area Networks (SAN). FC switches connect servers and storage systems via the high-speed fiber optic protocol.
Usage#
- SAN Topology: Document FC switches as the central connectivity component between servers and storage systems.
- Port Assignment: Assign FC ports to the connected HBAs of servers or the storage system.
- SAN Zoning: Link the FC switch with SAN zoning objects for complete zone documentation.
- Redundancy: Document redundant FC switch paths for high-availability analysis.
Assigned Categories#
Global Categories#
- Drive
- Connectors
- Service Assignment
- Interface
- Accounting
- Operating System
- General
- Contact Assignment
- Location
- Model
- Form Factor
- CPU
- Memory
- Power Consumer
- Network Port
- Network
- Port
- Port Overview
- Logical Ports
- Manual Assignment
- Emergency Plan Assignment
- File Assignment
- Software Assignment
- Logbook
- Access Credentials
- Object Image
- VRRP Membership
- Cabling
Specific Category#
The specific category for this object type is FC switch.
Technical Reference#
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Object Type Constant | C__OBJTYPE__FC_SWITCH |
| Group | Hardware |