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Can FC initiators direct attach to ONTAP systems?

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Applies to

  • ONTAP 9
  • All FAS and AFF models
  • SAN FC

Answer

No, ONTAP 9 uses the NPIV protocol which requires a switch and hence it is not recommended to go with direct connection

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