Yes, we can do what ever it is we need to do. good to know patch panel hops are negligible The multiple hops is a result of the layout in the DC and I have already brought this up and there is a plan in the works now since about 1 hour ago to run some fiber as needed.
Still wondering about the FC to FC0E and back again.. as well as the fact we have brocade san modules that will interface with Cisco 5ks. sure it will work but just wondering about potential complications.
