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switches using a Java-capable Web browser from standard desktop
workstations. The built-in Web server of any IBM b-type switch automatically
provides a full view of the switch fabric. You can monitor the status and perform
administration and configuration actions on any switch in the fabric.
8.2.2 Advanced Performance Monitoring
Advanced Performance Monitoring is essential for optimizing fabric performance,
maximizing resource utilization, and measuring end-to-end service levels in large
SANs. It helps to reduce total cost of ownership (TCO) and over-provisioning,
while enabling SAN performance tuning and reporting of service level
agreements. Advanced Performance Monitoring enables ...