Chapter 9. Fibre Channel Storage-Area Networking

This chapter covers the following exam topics:

Perform Initial Setup on Cisco MDS Switch

Verify SAN Switch Operations

Verify Name Server Login

Configure and Verify VSAN

Configure and Verify Zoning

The foundation of the data center network is the network software that runs the switches in the network. Cisco NX-OS Software is the network software for Cisco MDS 9000 family and Cisco Nexus family data center switching products. It is based on a secure, stable, and standard Linux core, providing a modular and sustainable base for the long term. Formerly known as Cisco SAN-OS, starting from release 4.1 it is rebranded as Cisco MDS 9000 NX-OS Software. Chapter 7, “Cisco MDS Product Family,” discussed ...

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