WHAT IS iSCSI

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WHAT IS iSCSI

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what is iSCSI Initator and do i need to turn on

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Answer 1

Hello azapata59,

I would just leave it off unless you connect an iSCSI device to the computer or network NAS, in which case you can enable it at that time. The iSCSI Initiator service allows Vista to connect to SCSI devices attached to a network. See more information on Microsoft’s iSCSI implementation here: http://www.enterprisestorageforum.com/technology/features/article.php/1547831. Hope this helps you. Let us know either way. Make it a great day!

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Answer 2

"you connect an iSCSI device to the computer or network NAS"

Don't confuse iSCSI with NAS. NAS is quite different. iSCSI connects SCSI via a network while NAS connects a share to a network. iSCSI itself will not take into account other users sharing the same device while NAS will.

Answer 3

OK thanks for that answer but still, i am in the dark. do i need to turn this device on or leave it alone you see i went to control panel and in program panel when i click on SCSI icon it told me if i wanted to turn on, so do i or leave it i still do not fully understand what it used for thank again compute dummy

Answer 4

Hello azapata59,

Take a look at this link: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iscsi for more information. Hope this helps you. Let us know either way. Make it a great day!

"And In The End The Love You Take, Is Equal To The Love You Make" (The Beatles last song from thier last album, Abbey Road.)

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