Manufacturer | Cisco |
Product Name | IBM SAN96C-6 32G 96-Port FC Switch with 96 SFP+ Optics |
Model | SAN96C-6 |
Type | Fibre Channel Fabric Switch |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Weight | 24.25 lbs (11 kg) |
Power Requirements | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 to 60 Hz |
Power Supply | 600W AC Power Supply |
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support | No |
PoE Power Consumption | N/A |
Cisco IBM SAN96C-6 32G 96-Port FC Switch with 96 SFP+ Optics


Key Benefits

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- Delivers ultra-fast 32 Gbps throughput across 96 SFP+ ports, ideal for enterprise SAN performance.
- Advanced management and security features such as SSH, SNMP v3, AES encryption, and RADIUS/TACACS+ ensure safe and flexible operation.
- TAA-compliance and compact 1RU design make it suitable for federal or space-limited data centers.
Product Overview
The Cisco IBM SAN96C-6 is a purpose-built 96-port Fibre Channel fabric switch engineered to meet the high-bandwidth, low-latency needs of enterprise SAN environments. Featuring 96 SFP+ ports with 32 Gbps throughput capability, this switch delivers high-speed performance and supports future-proof storage networking. Its 1RU rack-mountable form factor allows for efficient space utilization.
With diverse connectivity options including Fibre Channel, 10/100/1000 Ethernet, RS-232, and USB, and secure remote management via SSH, SNMP v3, and HTTPS, it integrates easily into current infrastructures. Security is enhanced through AES encryption and support for RADIUS and TACACS+. Other features include 600W power supply support, real-time LED diagnostics, and TAA compliance, ensuring suitability for mission-critical environments.
Specifications
Product Overview
Advanced Security Features
Encryption | AES-256 |
Authentication Protocols | RADIUS, TACACS+ |
Management Security Protocols | SSH, SNMPv3, HTTPS |
Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) | Yes |
Port Security | Yes |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 in (439 mm) |
Depth | 22.3 in (566 mm) |
Height | 1.72 in (43.6 mm) |
Operating Temperature Range | 0° to 40°C |
Storage Temperature Range | -40° to 70°C |
Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity Range | 5% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Cooling | Front-to-rear air flow; redundant fans |
Status Indicators | LED Indicators for port and system status |
Interfaces
Number of Fibre Channel Ports | 96 |
SFP+ Ports | 96 |
10/100/1000BASE-T Ethernet Ports | 2 |
Management Ports | 1 RS-232 Console, 1 USB, 1 Ethernet |
Interface Types | Fibre Channel, Ethernet, RS-232, USB |
Port Speed | 32 Gbps line rate on all Fibre Channel ports |
Total Port Count | 100 |
Data Transfer Rate | 32 Gbps |
Data Link Protocols | Fibre Channel, Ethernet |
Transceiver Support | 96 SFP+ 32G Fibre Channel Optics Included |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | CLI, HTTP/HTTPS Web Interface |
Remote Management Protocols | SSH, SNMPv3, HTTPS |
Licensing Model | Smart Licensing and Plug-n-Play (PnP) Supported |
Management Software Support | Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Environmental Compliance | RoHS, WEEE |
Certifications | FCC Class A, CE, RCM, VCCI, BSMI, UL/CSA 60950-1, IEC 60950-1 |