Agilent Technologies to Demonstrate IP SAN -- iSCSI -- Technology With HP at Networld+Interop.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers NetWorld Interop Atlanta 2000 ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 25, 2000 Agilent Technologies This article needs sources or references that appear in reliable, third-party publications. Alone, primary sources and sources affiliated with the subject of this article are not sufficient for an accurate encyclopedia article. Inc. (NYSE NYSE See: New York Stock Exchange :A) today announced that it will jointly demonstrate Internet Protocol See Internet and TCP/IP. (networking) Internet Protocol - (IP) The network layer for the TCP/IP protocol suite widely used on Ethernet networks, defined in STD 5, RFC 791. IP is a connectionless, best-effort packet switching protocol. (IP) Storage Area Network (SAN) technology with Hewlett-Packard Company. IP SAN provides a technology that permits SANs to operate over high-speed Ethernet -- thus taking advantage of both the existing Ethernet infrastructure and newer, faster Ethernet speeds as they become available. IP SAN, also known as iSCSI (Internet protocol small computer system interface), uses the IP networking infrastructure to quickly transport large amounts of block storage (SCSI SCSI in full Small Computer System Interface Once common standard for connecting peripheral devices (disks, modems, printers, etc.) to small and medium-sized computers. SCSI has given way to faster standards, such as Firewire and USB. ) data over existing local area and wide area networks. With the potential to support all major networking protocols, IP SAN can unify network architecture across an entire enterprise, reducing the overall network cost and complexity. To ensure reliability, IP SAN can use known network management tools and utilities that have been developed for IP networks. Agilent and HP's demonstration will transport data across an IP network that uses HP UX servers, Ethernet switches A device that connects clients and servers to each other in an Ethernet network. See switched Ethernet. and enterprise storage systems. Agilent will contribute IP SAN technology, host adapter Also called a "controller" or "host bus adapter," it is a device that connects one or more peripheral units to a computer. It is typically an expansion card that plugs into the bus. IDE and SCSI are examples of peripheral interfaces that call their controllers host adapters. See host. boards and software. "This proof-of-concept demonstration is intended to show the viability of IP SAN technology," said Bob Whitson, worldwide marketing manager for Agilent's Storage Networking Division. "We plan to develop products that enable our customers to quickly implement interoperable The ability for one system to communicate or work with another. See interoperability. , high-performance networks that deliver on the promise of IP SAN technology." Agilent and Hewlett-Packard will hold the demonstration here at NetWorld+Interop from Sept. 26 to 29 in HP's booth (No. 4322). Agilent will also demonstrate IP SAN technology and IP SAN interoperability The capability of two or more hardware devices or two or more software routines to work harmoniously together. For example, in an Ethernet network, display adapters, hubs, switches and routers from different vendors must conform to the Ethernet standard and interoperate with each other. in its booth (No. 7523) in West Hall G. About Agilent Technologies Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE:A) is a diversified technology company with approximately 46,000 employees serving customers in more than 120 countries. Agilent is a global leader in designing and manufacturing test, measurement and monitoring instruments, systems and solutions, and semiconductor and optical components. In fiscal year 1999, Agilent had net revenue of more than $8.3 billion. The company serves markets that include communications, electronics, life sciences and healthcare. Information about Agilent Technologies can be found on the Web at www.agilent.com. |
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