| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Model | SAN16C-R |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Data Transfer Rate | 32 Gbps |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Power / Installed Qty | 2 |
| Features | Inter-VSAN Routing (IVR); FCIP for remote SAN extension; Mainframe support; Advanced traffic management; Ease of management; Comprehensive solution for robust network security; Advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting tools; Advanced software packages |
Cisco IBM SAN16C-R 32G Extension Switch, 4x32G FC, 2x1G FCIP, 1RU

Key Benefits
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- Delivers secure, high-throughput SAN extension for enterprise and remote site connectivity
- Offers comprehensive protocol and interface support with strong manageability and encryption features
- TAA compliance and IBM support make it ideal for government and regulated industry environments
Product Overview
The Cisco IBM SAN16C-R 32G Extension Switch is engineered for high-throughput and secure enterprise SAN environments. Housed in a compact 1RU chassis, this extension switch offers versatile connectivity with 4x32G Fibre Channel (FC) and 2x1G Fibre Channel over IP (FCIP) ports, complemented by Gigabit Ethernet, RS-232, and USB interfaces. With a data transfer rate of 32 Gbps and support for Inter-VSAN Routing (IVR), this switch is ideal for data replication and disaster recovery across remote data centers.
Management is simplified through support for SSH, SNMPv3, HTTP, and HTTPS, while advanced data security is enforced with AES encryption and RADIUS and TACACS+ authentication. Dual power supplies and a rugged operating range of 0°C to 40°C ensure enterprise-grade resilience. The switch is TAA-compliant and supported by IBM service options, with IPv6 protocol support ensuring future-proof network integration.
Specifications
Primary Information
Special Feature
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 Celsius |
| Max Operating Temperature | 40 Celsius |
| COO | MEXICO |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
| Min Storage Temperature | -40 Celsius |
| Max Storage Temperature | 70 Celsius |
Network
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support | NONE |
| PoE Power Consumption | NONE |
| Remote Management Protocol | SSH; SNMP 3; HTTP; HTTPS |
| Routing Protocol | IPv6 |
| Encryption Algorithm | AES |
| Authentication Method | RADIUS and TACACS+ |
| Interfaces | 4x32G FC and 2x1G FCIP, Ethernet port, RS-232 port, USB port |
Service&Support
| Service & Support Type | One-year, customer-replaceable unit (CRU), IBM On-Site Limited, 9x5 Next Business Day; 24×7 same-day maintenance service options are available |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.3 Inch |
| Depth | 20.11 Inch |
| Height | 1.72 Inch |
| Weight | 9.8 Kg |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | 4x32G FC and 2x1G FCIP, Ethernet port, RS-232 port, USB port |
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