Fundamentals of Storage Area Networks

Fundamentals of Storage Area Networks explores the growing need for Storage Area Networks (SANs) in enterprise-level networks. The book grounds the reader in the basics of Storage Area Networks, and then moves on to provide detailed coverage of the Fibre Channel architecture, Arbitrated Loop technology, and fabric switching technology. This book is an excellent supplement to Course Technology’s Network+ Guide to Networks, Second Edition and Guide to Networking Essentials, Third Edition. Maps to the Storage Networking Industry Association's (SNIA) SCNP Fibre Channel SAN certification Level 1 Exam. * Maps to the Storage Networking Industry Association's (SNIA) SCNP Fibre Channel SAN certification Level 1 Exam. * This text is an ideal supplement to an introduction to Networking course and the material can be covered in 2-3 weeks. * Coverage includes, Fibre Channel, Arbitrated Loop Technology, Fabric Switching Technology, Long Distance Transport Methods, and the future of SANs technologies. * Includes review questions and case projects to reinforce skills as learned.