A communications layer is provided between a host-based SCSI initiator and a SCSI target device to fully automate the validation process. The communications layer allows the host to direct variation and modification of the target parameters and behavior using vendor unique commands. The behavioral modification...http://www.google.de/patents/US6601119?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US6601119 - Method and apparatus for varying target behavior in a SCSI environment