| 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 |
IBM SAN48C-6 32G 48-Port FC Fabric Switch

Key Benefits
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- Supports high-speed SAN fabric integration with 32 Gbps Fibre Channel performance
- Consolidates infrastructure with a 48-port scalable design in a 1RU footprint
- Engineered for enterprise environments with remote SNMP management and multi-interface support
Product Overview
The IBM SAN48C-6 32G 48-Port FC Fabric Switch delivers ultra-fast 32 Gbps Fibre Channel performance in a compact 1RU form factor, tailored for enterprise storage networks. Offering 52 ports including 48 Fibre Channel interfaces, it is built for high-density connectivity and SAN fabric consolidation. It features SNMP-based management, diverse interface support (RJ-45, RS-232, USB), and provides dependability in varied environmental conditions. With TAA compliance and redundant 650W power, this switch is designed to power mission-critical applications efficiently.
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 |