| Network Device Type | Switch |
| Model | SAN48C-6 |
| Form Factor | 1RU |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Data Transfer Rate | 32 Gbps |
| Data Link Protocol | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Status Indicators | LED Indicators |
| Power / Device Type | Power Supply |
| Features | Lowers TCO with SAN consolidation; Leverages IBM Storage Networking c-type family components; Provides enterprise-class availability; Transforms businesses with enterprise cloud deployment; Simplifies IT management; Supports robust security; Offers advanced diagnostics and troubleshooting tools |
| Power / Voltage Required | 100 to 240 VAC |
| Networking / Ports Qty | 52 |
| Power / Provided (W) | 650 Watt |
IBM SAN48C-6 32G 48-Port FC Fabric Switch with 48 Optics

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- Includes 48 32G optics for out-of-the-box fibre channel deployment.
- Ideal for space-critical server rooms with its compact 1RU design.
- Reduces total cost of ownership through SAN consolidation features.
Product Overview
The IBM SAN48C-6 is a high-performance 32G Fibre Channel switch built for enterprise SAN environments. With 48 active ports and included optics, it provides high-speed data transfers up to 32 Gbps in a compact 1RU form factor. Its versatile interfaces include Fibre Channel, RJ-45, RS-232, and USB, and its SNMP support enables remote management. Powered by a 650W PSU and operating within a wide temperature range, it's TAA compliant and suited for critical infrastructure deployments.
Specifications
Primary Information
Interfaces / Ports
| Interfaces | Fibre Channel, RJ-45, RS-232, USB |
Special Feature
| Min Operating Temperature | 0 Celsius |
| Max Operating Temperature | 40 Celsius |
| Min Storage Temperature | -40 Celsius |
| Max Storage Temperature | 70 Celsius |
| COO | MEXICO |
| TAA compliance | Yes |
Network
| Power Over Ethernet (PoE) Support | NONE |
| PoE Power Consumption | NONE |
| Remote Management Protocol | SNMP |
| Interfaces | Fibre Channel, RJ-45, RS-232, USB |
Dimensions&Miscellaneous
| Width | 17.3 Inch |
| Depth | 22.3 Inch |
| Height | 1.72 Inch |
UNSPSC Code
| UNSPSC Code | 43222612 |