FCoE

FCoE is part of FC-BB-5 project: http://www.t11.org/fcoe

FCoE converges FC and Ethernet (HBA + NIC = FCoE) to reduce infrastructure costs (less adapters, cabling, and power consumption).

Terminologies:
FC – Fiber Channel
FCoE – Fiber Channel over Ethernet
CEE – Converged Enhanced Ethernet (from Brocade)
CNA – Converged Network Adapters
DCFM – Brocade Data Center Fabric Manager

FCoE Before and After Diagram

FCoE Before and After Diagram from Cisco Training


FC Payload inside Ethernet FrameFC payload inside Ethernet Frame



FCoE and FC LayersComparing FC and FCoE Layers



Encapsulated FC Frame



Example FCoE Switches and CNAs Products:
Prices as of Feb 2011 using Google Shopping (Best price from top rated stores).

FCoE Switches:
Cisco Nexus 5020: $22,209 (Amazon.com)
Cisco Nexus 5010: $10,619 (CompSource.com)
Brocade 8000: $9,905.00 (NextDayPC.com)

10 Gigabit CNAs:
Qlogic QLE8142: $1,394 (Buy.com)
Emulex OCE10102-FM: $1,393 (KYRO.com)
Intel x520-SR2: $1,168 (2020pc)