HP SureStore E Tape Library Model 6/140 User's Guide

C-2 Appendix C

Introduction to Fibre Channel

Chapter Overview

This section contains information about the following:

• Fibre Channel Terminology: Contains basic terms that you should

know before connecting the library to Fibre Channel topology.

• Fibre Channel with Libraries: Contains general information about

host prerequisites. (See “Fibre Channel Cable Connections” on

page 1-16 for more information about installation and configuration.)

• Fibre Channel Technology: Contains general information about Fibre

Channel technology.

CAUTION The Fibre Channel printed circuit boards contain a laser system (GBIC

module) that is classified as a “Class-I Laser Product” under a U.S.

Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation

Performance standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and

Safety Act of 1968 and EN60825-1(+A11) safety of laser products. The

compliance statement is located on the GBIC module.

To ensure proper use of this product, read this instruction manual

carefully and retain for future reference.