HP Hitachi Dynamic Link Manager Software - Manual (Page 34)

2. HDLM Functions
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Figure 2-1: Configuration of an HDLM System When Using an FC-SAN
Table 2-1: HDLM System Components When Using an FC-SAN lists the HDLM
system components when using an FC-SAN.
Table 2-1: HDLM System Components When Using an FC-SAN
Components Description
HBA A host bus adapter. This serves as a cable port on the host.
FC-SAN A dedicated network that is used for the transfer of data between hosts
and storage systems
CHA A channel adapter
P A port on a CHA. This serves as a cable port on a storage system.
LU A logical unit with which a host can perform I/O operations. This unit
can be accessed from the network.
Dev A logical area (a partition) in an LU
Path A route that connects a host to a Dev in an LU