HP Virtual Connect Version 3.17 Release Notes

Hardware and firmware requirements 8
Modes 2 and 3 are compliant with FC-FS-3 specifications (standards specify the IDLE/ARBF behavior of
Mode 2, which is used by Mode 3 if ARBF/ARBF fails after 3 attempts). For most environments, Brocade
recommends using Mode 3, as it provides more flexibility and compatibility with a wide range of
devices. In the event that the default setting or Mode 3 does not work with a particular device, contact
your switch vendor for further assistance.