HP StorageWorks XP Remote Web Console Software - Manual (Page 70)

Figure 13 Fibre Channel Remote Copy Connection Configurations
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Direct connection (see “Fibre Channel Interface Direct Connection (NL_Port)” (page 71) ): Two
devices are connected directly together.
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Switch connection (see “Fibre Channel Interface Switch Connection (NL_Port or N_Port)”
(page 71) ): Up to three optical fibre cables are connected together via the switches to connect
the devices. Up to two switches can be used.
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Extender connection (see “Fibre Channel Interface Extender Connection” (page 72) ): Channel
extenders and switches are used to connect the devices across large distances.
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