In one aspect, a method to offload encryption processing in a storage area network system includes determining whether a host is performing at a first performance level, offloading encryption processing at a processor if the host is not performing at a first performance level and performing encryption processing at the host if the host is performing at a first performance level. The fuel dispenser include a housing, and a fuel dispensing apparatus at least partially mounted in the housing. The system includes a set of interconnected dies. The damping device is arranged in the region of at least one of the hinges which pivotally couples both pieces of furniture, and whereby either the damping housing andor the actuating element engages with one of the stop element of the corresponding hinges, at least during the damping process. Each fitted airfoil blade is disposed in contact with a plurality of electrical contact assemblies having a spring-like design which ensures an adequate connection is made and complete plating of the airfoil blades occurs.