| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Model | SAN96C-7 |
| Form Factor | 2RU |
| Data Transfer Rate | 64 Gbps |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 100 |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Features | Enable more efficient storage network utilization with a VSAN setup; Access inter-VSAN routing (IVR) functions for Fiber Channel; Deploy a comprehensive solution for robust network security |
Cisco IBM SAN96C-7 64G96-Port FC Switch, 48 Active Port+48 64G SW

Key Benefits
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- Delivers ultra-high 64 Gbps throughput ideal for enterprise-level storage networks.
- Enables efficient storage segmentation and performance gains with VSAN support.
- Compliant with TAA regulations, making it suitable for government and federal use.
Product Overview
The Cisco IBM SAN96C-7 is a high-performance Fibre Channel switch offering 96 ports with 64 Gbps support, including 48 active ports ideal for large-scale enterprise storage networks. Crafted in a compact 2RU form factor, it integrates Gigabit Ethernet protocols and supports VSAN functionality for enhanced storage segregation and utilization. The unit’s physical design—17.4" wide, 23.9" deep, 3.4" high and weighing 20 kg—supports easy integration into data center racks. With TAA compliance and a manufacturing origin in Mexico, this switch aligns with regulatory procurement needs. Designed for professional environments requiring high-throughput, low-latency fiber connectivity, the SAN96C-7 optimizes performance and ROI in storage networking infrastructure.
Specifications
Primary Information
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | 64 Gbps and 96 ports |
Special Feature
| COO | MEXICO |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
Network
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support | NONE |
| PoE Power Consumption | NONE |
| Interfaces | 64 Gbps and 96 ports |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.4 Inch |
| Depth | 23.9 Inch |
| Height | 3.4 Inch |
| Weight | 20 Kg |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |