Performance benchmark for target module in Fiber Channel RAID systems

Abstract

RAID has been a key component for constructing enterprise storage system. The target module supports host for the access interface of storage devices. This paper discusses the function of the target module based on a prototype of fiber channel RAID system. Further analyses the internal architecture of target module and gives an elaboration on the various workflows of the read/write access. Finally, we use some general benchmarks to evaluate the performance of this fiber channel target module and RAID system. Testing results reveals a moderately successful performance of the fiber channel target module.