This white paper provides an overview of Storage Area Networking definitions and topology considerations, and acts as a guide for those organizations considering the movement to Storage Area Network (SAN) deployment. SAN challenges and benefits are also reviewed as well as the differences between today?s server-attached storage environment and a SAN configuration. Additionally, SAN management with REEL storage management software is defined and special considerations for SAN management are discussed. This white paper also outlines the relationship SCH Technologies has with other leading SAN hardware providers and discusses the benefits of the joint solutions these companies have brought to the market.