CT3016N Project Specifications Reviewed: Oct.

2008 (TM)
BSc Computer Networking
CT3016N: Network Project Preparation
Project Specification
Storage Area Networks
Project Details
Area: Information Data Security and Storage
Type: Research
Supervisor: Mr Tarik Molalign
Second Marker: Mr Shahram Salekzamankhani
Introduction
SAN allows a machine to connect to remote targets such as disks and tape drives on a network for block
level input/output. From the point of view of the classic drivers and application software, the devices appear
as locally attached devices.
Aim(s)
Describe and explain the workings of the Small Computer System Interface (SCSI) architectural
model.
Investigate application of different SAN topologies.
Objectives & Deliverables
Discussed and agreed between the student and the supervisor during the initial stages of the project.
Bibliography
Farley, M. (2004) Storage Networking Fundamentals: An Introduction to Storage Devices, Subsystems,
Applications, Management, and File Systems, Cisco Press, ISBN: 1587051621
Long, J. (2006) Storage Networking Fundamentals: Vol 2, Cisco Press, ISBN: 1587051605.
Williams, B. (2004) The Business Case for Storage Networks, Cisco Press, ISBN: 1587201186.