Users Guide

192 Glossary
SAS
Acronym for Secure Authentication Services or Serial-attached SCSI. When referring
to security protocols or authentication, SAS is Secure Authentication Services. When
referring to computer peripheral devices that employ a serial (one bit at a time) means
of digital data transfer over thin cables, SAS is Serial-attached SCSI.
SCA
Abbreviation for single connector attachment.
schema
A collection of class definitions that describes managed objects in a particular
environment. A schema is a collection of class definitions used to represent
managed objects that are common to every management environment, which is
why CIM is called the Common Information Model.
SCSI
Acronym for small computer system interface. An I/O bus interface with faster
data transmission rates than standard ports. You can connect up to seven devices
(15 for some newer SCSI types) to one SCSI interface.
SEL
Acronym for system event log.
SDMS
Abbreviation for SCSI device management system.
sec
Abbreviation for second(s).
SEC
Abbreviation for single-edge contact.
serial port
An I/O port used most often to connect a modem to your system. You can usually
identify a serial port on your system by its 9-pin connector.