Users Guide
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This guide is intended for anyone who uses a Dell™ PowerVault™ 56F 16-Port Fibre
Channel switch. It can be used by experienced users who want to learn about the fea-
tures and operation of the switch. This guide is summarized as follows:
W “Dell™ PowerVault™ 56F 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch User’s Guide” provides
an overview of the switch including features, system components, and interface
cards.
W Appendix A, “Technical Specifications,” is intended primarily as reference mate-
rial for users interested in learning more about the details of the switch.
W Appendix B, “Regulatory Notices,” is for users who are interested in which regu-
latory agencies have tested and approved the Dell PowerVault 56F 16-Port Fibre
Channel switch.
W Appendix C, “Limited Warranty and Return Policy,” describes the warranty for
your switch, and the “Total Satisfaction” Return Policy.
W The “Glossary” provides definitions for some of the terms used in this guide.
Dell Computer Corporation (“Dell”) manufactures its hardware products from parts
and components that are new or equivalent to new in accordance with industry-
standard practices. For information about the Dell warranty for your switch, see
Appendix C, “Limited Warranty and Return Policy.”
Besides this User’s Guide, the following documentation is included with your switch:
W The Dell PowerVault 56F 16-Port Fibre Channel Switch Installation and Trouble-
shooting Guide provides information on installing and managing the switch.