Manufacturer | CISCO |
Model | SAN48C-6 |
Manufacturer Part Number | 02JD727 |
Product Type | Fibre Channel Fabric Switch |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
Device Weight | 24.8 lbs (11.25 kg) |
Power Supply Type | Internal, Universal AC |
Power Provided | 650 Watt |
Voltage Required | 100 to 240 VAC |
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
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wi-Fi Support |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Certifications | UL, CSA, CE Mark, FCC Part 15 Class A |
Advanced Security Features
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |
Secure Boot | Yes |
AAA Support | RADIUS, TACACS+ |
Encrypted Management Access | SSHv2, HTTPS |
Port Security | Yes, Fabric binding and Port Security |
Fabric Isolation | Yes |
Traffic Isolation | Zoning, VSANs |
Interfaces
Total Ports | 48 active + 4 upgrade ports (total 52) |
Interface Types | Fibre Channel, RJ-45, RS-232, USB |
Fibre Channel Ports | 48 SFP+ 32G Fibre Channel ports |
Upgrade Ports | 4 QSFP Fibre Channel ports (upgradeable) |
Included Optics | 24 pre-installed 32G optics |
Data Transfer Rate Per Port | Up to 32 Gbps |
Aggregate Bandwidth | Up to 2.56 Tbps |
Console Ports | 1 x RS-232 serial console |
Management Port | 1 x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Ethernet |
USB Ports | 1 x USB Type A for file management |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 inches (439.42 mm) |
Depth | 22.3 inches (566.42 mm) |
Height | 1.72 inches (43.7 mm) |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 0°C (32°F) |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 40°C (104°F) |
Minimum Storage Temperature | -40°C (-40°F) |
Maximum Storage Temperature | 70°C (158°F) |
Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 90% non-condensing |
Non-Operating Humidity Range | 5% to 95% non-condensing |
Cooling | Front-to-back airflow with redundant fans |
Mounting Type | Rack-mountable |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management | SNMP v1/v2/v3, CLI, HTTPS |
Management Interface | Cisco NX-OS software |
Syslog Support | Yes |
Included Licensing | Port activation licenses for 24 ports |
Optional Licensing | Additional port licenses; Enterprise Software Pack licenses |