Example: Using SAS fabric path information

This data becomes helpful in determining the cause of configuration or SAS fabric problems.

The following example assumes a cascaded disk enclosure with a broken connection on one path between the cascaded enclosures.

Figure 1. Cascaded disk enclosure

The state of all paths to all devices displays information similar to the following.

For Display SAS fabric path graphical view, choosing one of the devices with the Failed path displays information similar to the following.

For SAS Fabric Path Data View, pressing the F11 key displays information similar to the following.