edge switch 2/32 product manager user guide

Glossary–10 edge switch 2/32 product manager user guide
Glossary
FLASH memory
A computer chip with a read-only memory that retains its data when the power is turned off
and that can be electronically erased and reprogrammed without being removed from the
circuit board.
F_Port
See fabric port.
FPM card
See fibre port module card.
frame
A variable-length packet of data that is transmitted in frame relay technology.
FRU
See field-replaceable unit.
gateway
A multi-homed host used to route network traffic from one network to another, and to pass
network traffic from one protocol to another.
gateway address
A unique string of numbers (in the format xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx) that identifies a gateway on the
network.
GBIC
GigaBit Interface Converter. A removable module that converts an electrical serial data stream
to an optical or amplified electrical serial data stream. Contains connector for attaching fiber
optic cable.
generic port
Also known as G_Port. Physical interface on a Switch that can function either as a fabric port
(F_Port) or an extension port (E_Port) depending on the port type to which it connects.
G_Port
See generic port.
HAFM
High Availability Fabric Manager