Simple definition
Network technology specialized in bulk storage transport.
Technical definition
Fibre Channel uses the SAN, HBA and identifiers WWPN to connect servers and storage bays with low latency.
What is it used for ?
Provide efficient shared storage to hypervisors or 2007-11-13.
Practical example
A VMware Cluster can access a bay SAN via two NCI Fibre Channel.
Common issues
- Invalid Zoning
- HBA or SFP failing
- Single path instead of multipath
Related terms
Key takeaway: Exact behavior and commands may vary depending on versions, products and architectures.