| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Model | SAN48C-6 |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Data Transfer Rate | 32 Gbps |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 52 |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Status Indicators | LED Indicators |
| Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
| Power / Provided (W) | 650 Watt |
| Power / Voltage Required | 100 to 240 VAC |
| Features | Lowers TCO with SAN consolidation; Leverages IBM Storage Networking c-type family components; Provides enterprise-class availability; Transforms businesses with enterprise cloud deployment; Simplifies IT management; Supports robust security; Offers advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting tools |
Cisco IBM SAN48C-6 48-Port 32G FC Switch + 24 Optics

Key Benefits
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- Delivers ultra-fast SAN throughput with 32 Gbps Fibre Channel ports, optimizing enterprise storage performance.
- Includes 24 high-speed 32G optics, minimizing setup time and reducing additional hardware costs.
- Compact 1RU design allows for high port density without sacrificing rack space in data centers.
Product Overview
The Cisco IBM SAN48C-6 is a robust 48-port Fibre Channel fabric switch engineered for high-performance SAN deployments. It includes 24 pre-installed 32G optics and supports data transfer rates up to 32 Gbps, enabling fast, low-latency connectivity. Designed in a compact 1RU form factor, it integrates easily into dense data center environments. This switch features Fibre Channel, RJ-45, RS-232, and USB interfaces, along with SNMP-based remote management and LED indicators for device status. With a 650W universal power supply and an operating range of 0–40°C, it offers dependable performance backed by TAA compliance and solid construction.
Specifications
Primary Information
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | Fibre Channel, RJ-45, RS-232, USB |
Special Feature
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 Celsius |
| Max Operating Temperature | 40 Celsius |
| Min Storage Temperature | -40 Celsius |
| Max Storage Temperature | 70 Celsius |
| COO | MEXICO |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
Network
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support | NONE |
| PoE Power Consumption | NONE |
| Remote Management Protocol | SNMP |
| Interfaces | Fibre Channel, RJ-45, RS-232, USB |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.3 Inch |
| Depth | 22.3 Inch |
| Height | 1.72 Inch |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |