No discussion of proper reef aquarium parameters can be had without reference to the articles of Randy Holmes-Farley. Here are just a few:
http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/2004-05/rhf/index.php
http://www.reefkeeping.com/issues/20...ture/index.php
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/sh...hreadid=102605
Taking the time to read these articles will put your knowledge lightyears ahead of just reading the back of a bottle.