Manufacturer | CISCO |
Model | SAN24C-7 |
Product Name | IBM SAN24C-7 64G 24-Port FC Fabric Switch PSE Base, Spare |
Type | Fibre Channel Fabric Switch |
Form Factor | 1RU |
Weight | 8.5 kg |
Power Supply Type | Hot-swappable AC power supplies |
Redundant Power Supply | Yes |
AC Voltage Range | 100–240 VAC |
Frequency Required | 50–60 Hz |
Power Consumption (Typical) | 105 W |
Power Consumption (Maximum) | 160 W |
IBM SAN24C-7 64G 24-Port FC Fabric Switch PSE Base, Spare

Key Benefits

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- Delivers enterprise-level Fibre Channel switching with 64 Gbps throughput to handle high-volume storage networks.
- Compact 1RU size and multiple interface types provide flexibility for integration into existing IT infrastructures.
- TAA compliance and advanced security features meet government and enterprise procurement standards.
Product Overview
The IBM SAN24C-7 64G 24-Port FC Fabric Switch PSE Base, Spare, manufactured by Cisco, delivers 64 Gbps data rates and supports 24 Fibre Channel ports within a compact 1RU chassis. Its comprehensive interface options—including Fibre Channel, Ethernet, RS-232, and USB—enhance its flexibility in enterprise deployments. Security is bolstered through secure-boot and anti-counterfeiting technology. Designed with a temperature operating range of 0 to 40°C and weighing 8.5 kg, the unit is built for the demands of data centers. Its TAA compliance supports procurement for public sector projects.
Specifications
Product Overview
Wireless Features
Wireless Capability |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Mexico |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
EMC Standards | FCC Part 15 Class A, ICES-003 Class A |
Safety Certifications | UL 60950-1, IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1 |
CE Marking | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Security Features | Secure Boot, Anti-counterfeiting technology |
Role-Based Access Control | Yes |
Access Control Lists (ACLs) | Yes |
Fabric Binding and Device Authentication | Yes |
Interfaces
Total Number of Ports | 28 |
Fibre Channel Ports | 24 x 64 Gbps Fibre Channel |
Management Ethernet Ports | 2 x 10/100/1000BASE-T |
Console Port | 1 x RS-232 (RJ-45) |
USB Port | 1 x USB 2.0 Type-A |
Interface Types | Fibre Channel, Ethernet, RS-232, USB |
Port Speed | 64 Gbps line rate with backward compatibility to 32/16/8 Gbps |
Aggregate Switch Bandwidth | 1.535 Tbps |
Packet Buffer Memory | 32 MB per ASIC |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 17.3 inch (439.42 mm) |
Height | 1.72 inch (43.7 mm) |
Depth | 18 inch (457.2 mm) |
Operating Temperature Range | 0°C to 40°C |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 70°C |
Operating Humidity Range | 10% to 85% (non-condensing) |
Storage Humidity Range | 5% to 93% (non-condensing) |
Cooling | Front-to-back or back-to-front airflow |
Mounting Type | Rack-mountable |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | CLI, Cisco Data Center Network Manager (DCNM) |
Licensing Model | Base and Optional Advanced Features Licenses |
Included Software | Cisco NX-OS |