Product Type | Fibre Channel Switch |
Model | SAN48C-7 |
Manufacturer Part Number | 00NR219 |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Weight | 9.9 kg |
Power Requirements | AC 100–240V, 50/60 Hz |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 165W |
Cooling | Hot-swappable redundant fan modules |
Redundant Power Supply Support | Yes |
Cisco IBM SAN48C-7 64G FC Switch with 24 Active Ports & 24 64G Optics

Key Benefits

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- Delivers 64 Gbps throughput and Fibre Channel reliability, ideal for performance-intensive storage networks
- Backed by IBM’s robust 24×7 on-site maintenance, ensuring business continuity and reduced downtime
- Includes secure-boot and TAA compliance, offering enhanced security and eligibility for government contracts
Product Overview
The Cisco IBM SAN48C-7 64G FC Switch is purpose-built to handle scalable enterprise SANs with high-speed 64 Gbps Fibre Channel connectivity. It includes 24 active ports and 24 64G optics, supporting up to 52 total ports in a 1RU form factor for compact deployment. Secure-boot and anti-counterfeiting features enhance system integrity and hardware authenticity.
The device meets TAA compliance standards and is backed by a one-year IBM On-Site, 24×7 same-day maintenance service. With a sturdy 9.9 kg build and energy-efficient operation, it's an ideal solution for high-traffic SAN environments requiring reliable data transmission and streamlined maintenance.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
UL Listed | Yes |
Electromagnetic Compliance | FCC Part 15 Class A, CE Mark, VCCI |
Safety Compliance | IEC 60950-1, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No.60950-1 |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Boot | Yes |
Hardware Anti-Counterfeiting | Yes |
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |
AAA Support | TACACS+, RADIUS, LDAP |
Network Security Features | Port security, Fabric binding, DH-CHAP authentication |
FIPS 140-2 Compliance | Yes |
Interfaces
Total Ports Supported | 52 |
Active Ports Installed | 24 |
Installed Transceivers | 24 x 64G Fibre Channel optics |
Fibre Channel Port Speed | 64 Gbps line rate per port |
Port Type | SFP-DD (dual-density) |
Expansion Slot Type | SFP-DD (for 64Gbps), SFP28 (for 32Gbps) |
Data Link Protocols | Fibre Channel, FC-NVMe |
Auto-negotiation | Yes |
Port Aggregation | Supported |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 in (439 mm) |
Depth | 18 in (457 mm) |
Height | 1.72 in (43.6 mm) |
Operating Temperature | 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
Storage Temperature | -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F) |
Operating Humidity | 5% to 85% non-condensing |
Storage Humidity | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Altitude | Up to 3,000 meters |
Mounting Options | Rack-mountable |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS CLI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Cloud-Enabled Management | Supported via DCNM |
Licensing Model | Ports-on-Demand (PoD) |
Included Licenses | Base-level license with 24 ports active |
Monitoring Capabilities | Real-time performance monitoring, SAN analytics |