Cluster network with redundant communication paths

Details Cluster network with redundant communication paths Cluster network with redundant communication paths

2008-05-13

2008-05-13

Baderman, Scott (Department: 2114)

Error detection/correction and fault detection/recovery

Data processing system error or fault handling

Reliability and availability

C714S004110, C714S043000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07373546

ABSTRACT:
A cluster network is provided in which the storage enclosures of the network are grouped into storage sets or columns of storage enclosures. Each server node of the cluster network is coupled to an interface of the storage enclosure of each of the storage sets. The storage enclosure within each set are coupled together to provide a redundant peer communications link between the server nodes.

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