| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Model | SAN96C-6 |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Data Transfer Rate | 32 Gbps |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Status Indicators | LED Indicators |
| Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
| Features | Next-generation ASIC; Intelligent network services; Sophisticated diagnostics; Programmable fabric; Single-pane management; Secure-boot and anti-counterfeiting technology; Capital Expenditure (CapEx) savings; Grow in small increments |
| Power / Voltage Required | 100 to 240 VAC |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 100 |
| Power / Provided (W) | 600 Watt |
IBM SAN96C-6 32G 96-Port FC Fabric Switch

Key Benefits
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- High port density and 32 Gbps throughput make it ideal for enterprise storage scalability.
- Advanced security and management protocols enable secure, remote operability in mission-critical use cases.
- Compact 1RU design with robust power features maximizes space and energy efficiency in modern data centers.
Product Overview
The IBM SAN96C-6 32G 96-Port FC Fabric Switch is an advanced enterprise-class solution built for high-speed storage area networks. With support for 96 SFP+ Fibre Channel ports and a 32 Gbps data transfer rate, it enables robust connectivity in mission-critical IT environments. This compact 1RU switch is ideal for data centers needing both performance and manageability.
Features include next-generation ASICs, remote management via SSH, SNMP v3, and HTTPS, and security options like AES encryption and TACACS+/RADIUS authentication. The system offers LED status indicators, dual 10/100/1000BASE-T management ports, and supports 600W redundant power input.
Designed for resilience, it works in a 0–40°C operating range and stores safely between -40 to 70°C. TAA compliant and made in Mexico, the SAN96C-6 is ideal for scalable and secure enterprise SAN deployments.
Specifications
Primary Information
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | Fibre Channel , 10/100/1000 Ethernet port, RS-232, USB |
| 10/100/1000BASE-T Ports | 2 |
| SFP+ Ports | 96 |
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 3; HTTPS; SSH |
| Encryption Algorithm | AES |
| Authentication Method | RADIUS, TACACS+ |
| Interfaces | Fibre Channel , 10/100/1000 Ethernet port, RS-232, USB |
| 10/100/1000BASE-T Ports | 2 |
| SFP+ Ports | 96 |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.3 Inch |
| Depth | 22.3 Inch |
| Height | 1.72 Inch |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |