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1-18 Compaq StorageWorks Fibre Channel Troubleshooting Guide The Storage Hub 12 is transparent to the data passing through it. It does not consume any FC-AL addresses. Because of the intelligent signal detection tests, only valid Fibre Channel devices will be connected to the FC-AL. When devices are added to the FC-AL, the Storage Hub 12 will automatically test the new device and accept it into the FC-AL. Faulty devices will be dropped by the Storage Hub 12 and dynamic node addressing will maintain the overall FC-AL integrity. Figure 1-18. Storage Hub 12 Features I Expandability and Performance-supports 12 GigaBit Interface Converter modules I Flexibility-adheres to the ANSI FC-AL standard I Intelligent Port Control-provides multiple data checks without affecting performance I Ease of Use-provides port-bypass circuitry flexibility and simplifies central wiring management I Optional Management module- offers management capability through Hub Management Utility