Qlogic SANbox 5602 User Manual

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5 – Managing PortsConfiguring Ports59097-00 A 5-1305.2.3Changing Port TypesThe ports can be configured to self-discover the proper type to match the deviceor switch to which it is connected. Table 5-9 describes the port types.To change the port type, do the following:1. Select one or more ports in the faceplate display.2. Open the Port menu and select Port Properties 1G/2G or Port Properties10G to open the Port Properties dialog.3. Click the Port Type radio button for the port type you want.4. Click the OK button to write the new port type to the switch.Table 5-9. Port TypesState DescriptionF_Port Fabric port - Supports a single public device (N_Port).FL_Port Fabric loop port - Self discovers a single device (N_Port) or a loop of upto 126 public devices (NL_Port). 1-Gbps/2-Gbps only.G_Port Generic port - Self discovers as an F_Port or an E_Port.GL_Port Generic loop port - Self discovers as an F_Port, FL_Port, or an E_Port.GL_Port is the default port type. A single device on a public loop willattempt to configure as an F_Port first, then if that fails, as an FL_Port.1-Gbps/2-Gbps only.Donor Donor port - Allows buffer credits to be used by another port.1-Gbps/2-Gbps only.