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Method for zoning data storage network using SAS addressing

US7437462B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 6, 2006
Grant dateOct 14, 2008
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Expiry dateApr 19, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06F3/0689
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

A method of zoning a fabric-attached (SAS) storage network. For each target attached to an expander, the expander maintains a list of SAS addresses of initiator devices that are permitted access to that's ports target devices. Configuration and management of zones may be accomplished using a management application, such as those using the SMP command protocol.

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