Quick correction to my text below, the initiator MAY set the timer; however, if it uses the timer, it is to:

 

initialize the Maximum Connect Time Limit timer as specified in table 162 (see 8.2.3.1);”

 

And table 166 does not have the appropriate wording.

 

Bill Martin

Emulex
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From: Martin, Bill
Sent: Wednesday, October 22, 2008 8:32 AM
To: 'Elliott, Robert (Server Storage)'; t10@t10.org
Subject: Clarification on MAXIMUM CONNECT TIME LIMIT field

 

Table 166 of SAS2r14f only discusses the initial value of the timer for this in SSP and STP for a target; however, in 8.2.3.4.1 the text clearly states that if there is a value in the target for this timer then the initiator shall use that value for the time limit when it enters the connected state.  Table 166 should be updated with two additional entries for this timer value.

 

Bill Martin

Emulex
Office of Technology
Industry Standards
916 772-3658
916 765-6875 (Cell)
bill.martin@emulex.com